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Noun
1

A coarse or stupid fellow.

2

Superfluous small talk that is free of conflict, offers no character development, description or insight, and does not advance the story or plot.

3

The vagina

In plain English: Chuff (noun: The vagina) Plain English Definition: It's another word for the female anatomy involved in reproduction.

Verb
1

blow hard and loudly

"he huffed and puffed as he made his way up the mountain"

2

To make noisy puffing sounds, as of a steam locomotive.

In plain English: To chuff means to breathe out with short, noisy puffs.

"The old train chuffed along the tracks, releasing plumes of white smoke."

Usage: Use "chuff" to describe a short, puffing sound, often associated with exertion or satisfaction; think of a horse after a run or someone pleased with themselves. It's an uncommon word, so reserve it for descriptive and evocative writing.

Adjective
1

Surly; annoyed; displeased; disgruntled.

2

Pleased, proud.

In plain English: Chuff means feeling really happy and satisfied with yourself or something you've done.

"She gave a little chuff of satisfaction after finishing the difficult puzzle."

Usage: Chuffed (adj.) means delighted or pleased, often with a sense of quiet satisfaction. Primarily British English, it's used to express contentment without excessive excitement-you might be chuffed with a job well done.

Example Sentences
"She gave a little chuff of satisfaction after finishing the difficult puzzle." adj
"The old train chuffed along the tracks, releasing plumes of white smoke." verb
"The old steam train chuffed along the tracks with a rhythmic puff of smoke." verb
"He chuffed his way through the muddy field to reach home before dinner." verb
"Don't chuff up your own work by rushing too quickly through it." verb
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