General
guff
What does guff mean?
A whiff or bad smell; also idle or foolish talk ('a load o' guff').
"Whit's that guff comin' fae the bin?"
Origin
Scots and dialect, imitative of a puff of foul air.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'guff' mean?
It can mean a bad smell or whiff, and it also means idle or foolish talk — 'a load o' guff'.
How do you use 'guff' for nonsense?
You'd say something is 'a load o' guff' to dismiss it as nonsense, or tell someone not to give you any guff meaning backchat.
Where does 'guff' come from?
It's a Scots and dialect word, imitative of a puff of foul air.
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