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poof1 definition

poof (po̵̅o̅f, po̵of)

interjection

  1. used to express suddenness of disappearance. appearance, etc.
  2. pooh

Etymology: echoic of a sudden discharge

poof2 definition

poof (po̵of, po̵̅o̅f)

noun

a male homosexual: often an offensive term
also poofter poof′·ter

Related Forms:

  • poofy poof′·y adjective

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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