Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shufty

noun
/ˈʃʊf.ti/
Definition
A quick look or glance.
Examples
  • After a quick shufty around the room, he confirmed that everything was in order.
  • She took a shufty at the menu before deciding what to order.
Meaning
The term ‘shufty’ is often used in informal contexts to refer to the act of taking a brief look at something, usually to determine its condition or to gather information quickly.
Synonyms
  • glance
  • peek
  • look