Main Entry: ¹huff

Pronunciation: \ˈhəf\

Function: verb

Etymology: imitative

Date: 1583

intransitive verb 1 a : to emit puffs (as of breath or steam) b : to proceed with labored breathing <huffed up to the peak>
2 a : to make empty threats : bluster b : to react or behave indignantlytransitive verb 1 archaic : to treat with contempt
2 : to make angry
3 : to utter with indignation or scorn
4 : to inhale (noxious fumes) through the mouth for the euphoric effect produced by the inhalant