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Definition of piff in English: piff(also piff-poff) exclamation pɪf Representing the sound of a short, abrupt displacement or passage of air as caused by the flight of a bullet, a small explosion, etc. Compare "phut".
OriginMid 18th century. Imitative. Compare French pif. Compare paff, poof n.2, etc. Definition of piff in US English: piff(also piff-poff) exclamationpɪf Representing the sound of a short, abrupt displacement or passage of air as caused by the flight of a bullet, a small explosion, etc. Compare "phut".
OriginMid 18th century. Imitative. Compare French pif. Compare paff, poof [noun²], etc. |