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Word: pouf (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Interjection:

  • Onomatopoeia indicating a cloud of smoke or wind; caused by a deflating object, or a magical disappearance.

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Noun:

  • A ball of fabric (such as nylon monofilament netting) used for washing ''(as an alternative to a flannel, washcloth, sponge, etc.)''.
  • pouffe ''(item of furniture|[[cushion)''
  • puff ''(various senses)''
  • A poufy hair style, such as one thought to resemble those fashionable in the French court about 1560 - 1800.
  • poof ''(homosexual)''
  • dated A hair style originating in 18th century France; a hat to cover or to imitate this style;
  • dated A small saddle cushion worn atop the buttocks ''(as a fashion trend - similar to a bustle)''.

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