poof
interjection
\ ˈpüf
, ˈpu̇f
\
, ˈpu̇f
\
Definition of poof
(Entry 1 of 2)
—used to express disdain or dismissal or to suggest instantaneous occurrence
poof
noun
\ ˈpüv
, ˈpu̇v
\
, ˈpu̇v
\
variants:
or less commonly poove
plural poofs also pooves
Definition of poof (Entry 2 of 2)
British, offensive
: a gay man
—used as a term of abuse and disparagement
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“Poof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/poof. Accessed 12 Apr. 2021.
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poof
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English Language Learners Definition of poof
(Entry 1 of 2)
—used to say that something has happened suddenly or that someone or something has disappeared
poof
noun
English Language Learners Definition of poof (Entry 2 of 2)
British, informal + offensive
: a homosexual man
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The first known use of poof was in 1824
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