Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chuffing
verb
/ˈtʃʌf.ɪŋ/
Definition
Making a sound resembling a puff or a short burst of breath; often associated with steam engines or heavy machinery.
Examples
- The train was chuffing along the tracks, sending puffs of steam into the air.
- He was chuffing softly as he waited for his coffee to brew.
- After a long run, she was chuffing and out of breath.
Meaning
Chuffing refers to a sound characteristic of a puffing noise. It can also describe the act of exhaling noisily or in short bursts.
Synonyms
- puffing
- blowing
- huffing
- snorting
