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/hʌf/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a sound made by exhaling forcefully, often as an expression of annoyance or anger.
With a huff, she slammed the door behind her.
a state of irritation or a fit of anger.
He was in a huff after losing the game.
a short, heavy breathing sound after exertion.
His huffing indicated that he was not used to such strenuous exercise.
verb
to emit a puff of air, often with a sound.
The steam huffed out of the kettle when it reached boiling point.
to breathe heavily or with a puffing sound, often due to exertion.
After running up the stairs, she stopped to huff and catch her breath.
to express annoyance or anger, often accompanied by a short, irritated sound.
He huffed when he realized he had missed the bus again.
Etymology
Middle English, expressive of panting or puffing.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a huff
In a state of anger or annoyance.
huff and puff
To complain or express discomfort loudly.
huff it
To hurry or rush.
Related Words
puff
To breathe out in a short burst.
sigh
A slow, deep breath expressing weariness or relief.
snort
To force air through the nostrils with a harsh sound.
Slang Meanings
To take a deep inhalation of a substance, often referring to drugs.
He was caught huffing in the bathroom.
To throw a tantrum or act ostentatiously.
She started huffing when she didn't get her way.