bouffe Meaning & Definition
What Does Bouffe Mean?
As a noun, bouffe means A comic opera. As a verb, it means To make bouffant.
Bouffe at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //buf// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | comic opera, opera bouffe and opera comique |
| Plural | bouffes |
| Verb forms | bouffes, bouffing, bouffed |
Bouffe Definition (Noun)
- A comic opera
Bouffe as a Verb
- To make bouffant.
I thought about bouffing my hair again.
Synonyms of Bouffe
Bouffe synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Bouffe
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Bouffe in a Sentence
I thought about bouffing my hair again.
Word Forms & Grammar
bouffe (plural bouffes)
bouffe (third-person singular simple present bouffes, present participle bouffing, simple past and past participle bouffed)
Words That Rhyme With Bouffe
Origin of Bouffe
Origin 1: Borrowed from French bouffe.
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How Do You Say Bouffe?
The standard pronunciation of bouffe is //buf//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Bouffe
Is bouffe a noun or a verb?
Bouffe is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for bouffe?
Close synonyms of bouffe are comic opera, opera bouffe and opera comique. See the full list of bouffe synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of bouffe?
The plural of bouffe is bouffes.
What is the past tense of bouffe?
The past tense of bouffe is bouffed. The present participle is bouffing.