poof

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun offensive term for an openly homosexual man

Etymology

Onomatopoeic. See also puff.

In classic literature

Synonyms

fagot, faggot, fag, fairy, nance, pansy, queen, queer, poove, pouf

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