What does DUFFS mean?

duffs

1. Parts of Speech: noun, verb

2. Definitions:

  1. a) (noun) informal term for clothes or personal belongings that are worn or carried; b) (noun) a term used in golf to describe a bad shot; c) (verb) to fail or make a mistake

3. Pronunciations:

  • US: /dʌfs/
  • UK: /dʌfs/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "duffs" has several origins and uses. As a noun, it is an informal term for clothes or personal belongings that are worn or carried. It can also be used in golf to describe a bad shot. As a verb, it means to fail or make a mistake. The word has been in use since the 19th century and its origin is uncertain, but it may come from the Scottish word "douf" meaning "stupid" or "inept."

5. Synonyms:

  • clothes, belongings, possessions
  • bad shot, mishit, flub
  • fail, make a mistake, mess up

6. Related Words:

  • duffy
  • duffo
  • duffs
  • duffy
  • duffo

7. Example Sentences:

  1. He packed his duffs and left for the airport.
  2. She hit a duffs and ended up in the rough.
  3. He duffed the shot and lost the match.


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