Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-the-buff

idiom
/ˈɪn ðə bʌf/
Definition
In the state of being completely naked; not wearing any clothes.
Examples
  • After a long day at the beach, he felt comfortable walking around in the buff when he got home.
  • She decided to sunbathe in the buff to fully enjoy the warm sunshine.
Meaning
The phrase ‘in the buff’ is a colloquial expression used to describe someone who is unclothed or nude.
Synonyms
  • nude
  • bare
  • unclothed