What does BUFFO mean?

Buffo

Parts of Speech: noun, adjective

Definitions:

1. (noun) a comic actor in Italian opera
2. (adjective) relating to or characteristic of a buffo

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbʌfoʊ/
• UK: /ˈbʊfəʊ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "buffo" comes from the Italian word "buffone," meaning "clown." It was first used in English to refer to a comic actor in an Italian opera in the 18th century. Today, it is still used in the same sense, but also as an adjective to describe something that is comical or humorous in a similar way to a buffo.

Synonyms:

• comic
• clownish
• humorous

Related Words:

• buffs
• buffi
• buffs
• buffy
• buffe

Example Sentences:

• The opera featured a talented buffo who had the audience in stitches.
• His buffo performance was so convincing that even the most serious audience members couldn help but laugh.
• The comedians buffo style of humor was a hit with the crowd.