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BUFF

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Buff.

How to pronounce buff:

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Buff - as a noun

An ardent follower and admirer

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
devotee11fan6lover8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
follower14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A soft thick undyed leather from the skins of e.g. buffalo or oxen

Bare skin

Example: "Swimming in the buff means to swim naked"

A medium to dark tan color

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caramel11caramel brownraw siennayellowish brown
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
brown10brownness14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buffer14

Buff - as an adjective satellite

Of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather

Buff - as a verb

Strike, beat repeatedly

Example: "The wind buffeted him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buffet14

Polish and make shiny

Example: "Buff the wooden floors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burnish12furbish15

Buff - as an adjective

Of the color of buff leather, a brownish yellow.

Unusually muscular. (also buffed or buffed out)

Example: "The bouncer was a big, buff dude with tattoos, a shaved head, and a serious scowl."

Physically attractive.

Example Sentences

"He has a buff physique from years of weightlifting."
"The buff walls of the castle stood proud and strong."
"We purchased a buff carpet for the living room."
"The buff leather sofa added a touch of elegance to the room."
"The hiker wore a buff hat to protect herself from the sun."
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Word Game Points

Is BUFF a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, buff is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BUFF has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is BUFF a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, buff is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BUFF has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is BUFF a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, buff is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BUFF has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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