noun

biff

bihf

Biff (noun) means a sharp punch or blow, used informally. Example: “He got a biff on the nose during the scuffle.”

noun

A sharp punch or blow, used informally.

"He got a biff on the nose during the scuffle."

verb

To hit or punch someone.

"She biffed him on the arm for teasing her."

Informal for falling down or crashing, especially on a bike or skateboard.

"He biffed it on the last jump and scraped his knee."

How to use biff

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA punch, or to hit someone — also used casually to mean falling or crashing.

When to use it

Very informal; mostly used in casual or playful speech.

Word forms

biffed past tense, biffs plural, biffs singular

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Etymology

An imitative, or onomatopoeic, word meant to sound like the noise of a punch landing.

Synonyms

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punch lick poke slug clout pummel pommel

Related words

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Rhymes for biff

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Frequently asked questions

What does “biff” mean?

The word “biff” means a sharp punch or blow, used informally. In plain terms, a punch, or to hit someone — also used casually to mean falling or crashing.

How do you pronounce “biff”?

“Biff” is pronounced bihf (/bɪf/ in IPA).

How do you use “biff” in a sentence?

Here is “biff” used in a sentence: “He got a biff on the nose during the scuffle.”

What part of speech is “biff”?

Depending on how it is used, “biff” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “biff” have?

“Biff” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sharp punch or blow, used informally.

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