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guff Meaning & Definition

/ɡʌf/

What Does Guff Mean?

Guff is a noun that means Nonsensical talk or thinking. It is also used to mean Superfluous information. As a verb, it means To fart.

Guff: Key Facts

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation//ɡʌf//
Syllables1
Synonymscrap, bunk and hogwash
Pluralguffs
Verb formsguffs, guffing, guffed

Guff Definition (Noun)

  1. Nonsensical talk or thinking.
  2. Superfluous information.
  3. Insolent or otherwise unacceptable remarks.
  4. A fart; act of breaking wind.

Guff as a Verb

  1. To fart.
  2. To mislead.

Synonyms of Guff

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Antonyms of Guff

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Guff in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

guff (countable and uncountable, plural guffs)

guff (third-person singular simple present guffs, present participle guffing, simple past and past participle guffed)

Words That Rhyme With Guff

Origin of Guff

Onomatopoeic. Compare Norwegian gufs (“puff of wind”), guffa (“to blow softly”).

How Do You Say Guff?

The standard pronunciation of guff is //ɡʌf//, spoken in 1 syllable.

Guff: Your Questions Answered

Is guff a noun or a verb?

Guff is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is another word for guff?

Words with a similar meaning to guff include crap, bunk and hogwash. See the full list of guff synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of guff?

The plural of guff is guffs.

What is the past tense of guff?

The past tense of guff is guffed. The present participle is guffing.

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