Huff: meaning, definitions and examples

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huff

[ hʌf ]

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breathe

To breathe heavily and noisily, especially as a result of exertion or effort.

Synonyms

blow, pant, puff

Examples of usage

After running for an hour, she huffed and puffed as she tried to catch her breath.
He huffed in frustration when he couldn't figure out the answer.

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express displeasure

To express one's annoyance or anger by making a noise or puffing out one's breath.

Synonyms

complain, grumble, sigh

Examples of usage

She huffed at the rude customer before composing herself.
He huffed in disbelief at the outrageous statement.

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expression of annoyance

A noisy expulsion of breath as a sign of annoyance or anger.

Synonyms

pant, puff, snort

Examples of usage

She let out a huff of frustration before walking away.
He responded with a huff, showing his displeasure.

Translations

Translations of the word "huff" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ofegar

🇮🇳 हांफना

🇩🇪 keuchen

🇮🇩 terengah-engah

🇺🇦 хекати

🇵🇱 dyszeć

🇯🇵 息を切らす

🇫🇷 haleter

🇪🇸 jadear

🇹🇷 solumak

🇰🇷 헐떡이다

🇸🇦 لهث

🇨🇿 supět

🇸🇰 funieť

🇨🇳 喘气

🇸🇮 sopsti

🇮🇸 anda þunglega

🇰🇿 ентелеу

🇬🇪 ჰაერის ამოღება

🇦🇿 nəfəs almaq

🇲🇽 jadear

Word origin

The word 'huff' originated in Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'hof,' meaning a house or dwelling. Over time, the meaning of 'huff' evolved to include expressions of annoyance or exertion. The use of 'huff' to describe breathing heavily or expressing displeasure has been recorded since the 16th century. It is commonly used in informal language to convey frustration or irritation.