Main Entry:

¹woof

Pronunciation:

\ˈwu̇f, ˈwüf\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

alteration of Middle English oof, from Old English ōwef, from ō- (from on) + wefan to weave — more at weave

Date:

before 12th century

1 a: weft 1a b: woven fabric ; also : the texture of such a fabric2: a basic or essential element or material