Puff

usgb/pʌf/
noun

A smoke or gas that is blown into the air.

A puff of smoke rose from the chimney.
Visual representation of "puff" - A smoke or gas that is blown into the air.

Often appears as...

  • puff of smoke
  • puff of steam
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Transient visual

Represents something brief and passing, usually seen just for a moment.

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A puff of dust appeared when the book fell.
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Indicator

Often indicates that a mechanical object or a living being started functioning.

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Upon ignition, a puff of exhaust came from the old car.
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