Ogareff (en. Ogareff)
/o.ɡa.rɛf/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
An ogareff is a person who acts in an eccentric manner.
This ogareff decided to dance in the rain.
Cet ogareff a décidé de danser sous la pluie.
An ogareff can also refer to a clown or a person who makes others laugh with their actions.
Children love this ogareff who tells jokes.
Les enfants adorent cet ogareff qui fait des blagues.
The term can also be used to describe a comedic or chaotic situation.
The party turned into total ogareff.
La fête s'est transformée en un ogareff total.
Etymology
Comes from the 19th-century French slang term used to refer to eccentric people.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be an ogareff
To behave in an eccentric or absurd manner.
être un ogareff
to act like an ogareff
To act in a funny or ridiculous way.
faire du ogareff
Related Words
eccentricity
Characteristic of a person or behavior that deviates from the norm.
excentricité
absurd
Something that makes no sense or is illogical.
absurde
farce
A joke or prank executed in an exaggerated manner.
farce
Slang Meanings
An ogareff can refer to a person who attracts attention through original behaviors.
Look at that ogareff in the street, he has a huge hat!
Regarde cet ogareff dans la rue, il a un chapeau énorme !
It can also refer to an individual who plays tricks on their friends.
Don't pay attention to him, he's a real ogareff who loves to joke around.
Ne fais pas attention à lui, c'est un vrai ogareff qui adore faire des blagues.