noun
graff
grahf
Graff (noun) means an overseer or steward (archaic). Example: “The estate's graff managed the tenant farms.”
noun
1
An overseer or steward (archaic).
"The estate's graff managed the tenant farms."
name
1
A surname.
"The Graff family owned the jewelry shop for decades."
How to use graff
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rare, mostly historical word for an overseer, and also a surname.
When to use it
Rare outside historical or genealogical contexts.
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Etymology
From German Graf ("count").
Rhymes for graff
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What does “graff” mean?
The word “graff” means an overseer or steward (archaic). In plain terms, a rare, mostly historical word for an overseer, and also a surname.
How do you pronounce “graff”?
“Graff” is pronounced grahf (/ɡɹæf/ in IPA).
How do you use “graff” in a sentence?
Here is “graff” used in a sentence: “The estate's graff managed the tenant farms.”
What part of speech is “graff”?
Depending on how it is used, “graff” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “graff” come from?
The word “graff” comes from German. From German Graf ("count").
How many meanings does “graff” have?
“Graff” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an overseer or steward (archaic).
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