verb
piffle
Piffle (verb) means to act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.
verb
1
To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.
2
To waste, to fritter away.
3
To be squeamish or delicate.
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Etymology
Unknown, 1847. Perhaps blend of piddle + trifle, perhaps puff (“(onomatopoeia, puff of air)”) + -le (“diminutive”).
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What is the meaning of piffle?
"piffle" (verb) means to act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner.
What are the different meanings of piffle?
"piffle" has 3 main meanings: 1. To act or speak in a futile, ineffective, or nonsensical manner; 2. To waste, to fritter away; 3. To be squeamish or delicate.