NYT Dictionary

POOF

/pʊf/
InterjectionVerbNounGrade 1

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

Onomatopoeia indicating a small explosion with a cloud of smoke; as caused by a deflating object, or a magical disappearance.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Onomatopoeic. See also puff.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

fagotfaggotfagfairynancepansyqueenqueerpoovepouf

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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