Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cuffin

Slang, informal

/ˈkʌfɪn/

Definition

Cuffin refers to a relationship or situation where one person is only romantically interested in another during the colder months, particularly winter.

Examples

During cuffin season, I always seem to find someone to cuddle with.
He wasn’t really interested in a long-term relationship, just cuffin for the winter.

Meaning

The term ‘cuffin’ is derived from ‘cuffing season,’ which is a time typically in the fall and winter when people seek to be in a serious relationship, often to ward off loneliness during the colder months.