Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chuffing
verb
/ˈtʃʌfɪŋ/
Definition
Chuffing refers to the sound made when something puffs out air or steam, often used to describe the noise made by engines or locomotives.
Examples
- The train was chuffing along the tracks, billowing smoke behind it.
- He could hear the chuffing of the exhaust as the old car struggled up the hill.
- The steam engine was famous for its distinct chuffing sound.
Meaning
To make a sound like a puff or to emit steam in short bursts.
Synonyms
- puffing
- huffing
- blowing
