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naff

Naff (adj) means Bad; tasteless, poorly thought out, not workable; tacky.

adj
1
Bad; tasteless, poorly thought out, not workable; tacky.
2
Heterosexual.
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Etymology

Perhaps from Polari, 1960s. Further etymology unknown; perhaps a conscious corruption of either fanny or eff (off) (see naff off).

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What is the meaning of naff?

"naff" (adj) means bad; tasteless, poorly thought out, not workable; tacky.

What are the different meanings of naff?

"naff" has 2 main meanings: 1. Bad; tasteless, poorly thought out, not workable; tacky; 2. Heterosexual.

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