Imitative exclamation indicating a sudden burst, disappearance, or expression of scorn/exasperation; attested in literary and colloquial use.
Definitionen
Used to imitate or call attention to a sudden burst, disappearance, or to express mild contempt or dismissal. "Puff!" went the candle as it was suddenly blown out.
Used primarily attributively before nouns, as in 'puff pastry' or 'puff piece'.
Definitionen
Used only before a noun: made of, resembling, or relating to light, flaky pastry. She bought ready-made puff pastry for the tart.
Used only before a noun, informal: giving exaggerated praise or publicity; promotional. The magazine ran a puff article on the new smartphone.