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puff

/pʌf/
noun
  1. The product of flatulence, or the sound of breaking wind.

noun
  1. A male homosexual, especially one who is effeminate.

noun
  1. A sharp exhalation of a small amount of breath through the mouth.

  2. The ability to breathe easily while exerting oneself.

    "out of puff"

    Similar: wind

  3. A small quantity of gas or smoke in the air.

    "puff of smoke"

Synonymscream puff, pastry, drag, wind

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