Rolf
Rolf (verb) means to vomit (informal/slang). Example: “He rolfed after one too many rides at the fair.”
How to use Rolf
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for being sick or throwing up.
Informal and somewhat dated slang; "throw up" or "vomit" are the neutral everyday choices.
Word forms
rolfed past tense, rolfed past tense, Rolfs plural, rolfs singular, rolfs singular
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He _____ after one too many rides at the fair.
Etymology
From the Old Norse name Hrólfr, related to Rudolph; brought to England by the Normans and later revived as a given name.
Rhymes for Rolf
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What does “Rolf” mean?
The word “Rolf” means to vomit (informal/slang). In plain terms, slang for being sick or throwing up.
How do you pronounce “Rolf”?
“Rolf” is pronounced rolf (/ɹɒlf/ in IPA).
How do you use “Rolf” in a sentence?
Here is “Rolf” used in a sentence: “He rolfed after one too many rides at the fair.”
What part of speech is “Rolf”?
“Rolf” is a verb.
Where does the word “Rolf” come from?
The word “Rolf” comes from Old Norse. From the Old Norse name Hrólfr, related to Rudolph; brought to England by the Normans and later revived as a given name.
Is “Rolf” a common word?
“Rolf” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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