duff
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for duff, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stiff, boiled or steamed pudding, often made with dried fruit.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use duff
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "broken/fake" and golf senses are informal, mainly British and Commonwealth usage.
Etymology
Representing a northern England and Scots pronunciation of dough.
Full origin of duff →Frequently asked questions
What does “duff” mean?
The word “duff” means a stiff, boiled or steamed pudding, often made with dried fruit. In plain terms, depending on context: a boiled fruit pudding, forest-floor litter, something broken or fake (British slang), or a bad golf shot.
How do you pronounce “duff”?
“Duff” is pronounced duhf (/dʌf/ in IPA).
How do you use “duff” in a sentence?
Here is “duff” used in a sentence: “They served plum duff for dessert after the Sunday roast.”
What part of speech is “duff”?
Depending on how it is used, “duff” can be a noun, an adjective and a verb.
Is “duff” a common word?
“Duff” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “duff” have?
“Duff” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a stiff, boiled or steamed pudding, often made with dried fruit.