Meaning of the word puff in English

What does puff mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

puff

US /pʌf/

UK /pʌf/

breathe in repeated short gasps.

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exercises that make you puff

Synonym:

pant blow gasp

cause to swell or become swollen.

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he suddenly sucked his stomach in and puffed his chest out

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a short, explosive burst of breath or wind.

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a puff of wind swung the weathervane around

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a light pastry case, typically one made of puff pastry, containing a sweet or savory filling.

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a cream puff

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