Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puff-out
verb
/pʌf aʊt/
Definition
To expand or swell, usually filled with air or gas.
Examples
- She tried to puff-out her cheeks as a funny face for the kids.
- The balloon began to puff-out as we filled it with air.
- As the bread baked in the oven, it started to puff-out beautifully.
Meaning
The term ‘puff-out’ refers to the action of something increasing in size or volume, typically by blowing air into it or allowing gas to fill it, giving it a fuller appearance.
Synonyms
- inflate
- swell
- expand
- bloat
