verb

waft

Waft (verb) means to (cause to) float easily or gently through the air.

verb

To (cause to) float easily or gently through the air.

To be moved, or to pass, on a buoyant medium; to float.

To give notice to by waving something; to wave the hand to; to beckon.

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Etymology

From Middle English waften, of uncertain origin. Possibly from unattested Old English *wafettan, from wafian (“to wave”) + -ettan, or perhaps borrowed from Middle Dutch wachten (“to guard, provide for”). See also German wabern (“to waft”), Faroese veiftra (“to wave”) and Icelandic váfa (“to fluctuate, waver, doubt”).

Rhymes for waft

aft raft daft Taft craft graft draft shaft Kraft

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of waft?

"waft" (verb) means to (cause to) float easily or gently through the air.

What are the different meanings of waft?

"waft" has 3 main meanings: 1. To (cause to) float easily or gently through the air; 2. To be moved, or to pass, on a buoyant medium; to float; 3. To give notice to by waving something; to wave the hand to; to beckon.