To blow or expel air or smoke in a forceful manner. verb
He puffed on his cigarette, releasing a cloud of smoke.
The dragon puffed out a small flame.
To breathe heavily or with difficulty, often after exertion. verb
After climbing the stairs, she was puffing and needed to catch her breath.
He puffed and panted after running the marathon.
To swell or cause to swell, often with air or gas. verb
The baker puffed the dough to make it rise.
Her cheeks puffed up with pride.
To praise or promote something or someone in an exaggerated manner. verb
The company puffed its new product as revolutionary.
The critic puffed the author's latest novel as a masterpiece.
A short, quick burst of air or smoke. noun
He took a puff from his cigar.
A puff of wind blew the papers off the table.
A light, fluffy pastry filled with cream or other fillings. noun
She enjoyed a cream puff for dessert.
The bakery is famous for its delicious puffs.