Puff out

verb

To make or become larger or rounder by filling with air or gas.

She puffed out her cheeks in an attempt to look funny.
Visual representation of "puff out" - To make or become larger or rounder by filling with air or gas.

Often appears as...

  • puff out cheeks
  • puff out smoke
verb

To protrude or extend outwardly.

His chest puffed out as he tried to show his strength.
Visual representation of "puff out" - To protrude or extend outwardly.

Often appears as...

  • puff out chest
  • puff out stomach
verb

To produce or emit puffs, as of smoke or steam.

The old engine was puffing out black smoke.
Visual representation of "puff out" - To produce or emit puffs, as of smoke or steam.

Often appears as...

  • puff out smoke
  • puff out steam
verb

To make or become larger or rounder by filling with air or gas.

She puffed out her cheeks in an attempt to look funny.
Visual representation of "puff out" - To make or become larger or rounder by filling with air or gas.

Often appears as...

  • puff out cheeks
  • puff out smoke
verb

To protrude or extend outwardly.

His chest puffed out as he tried to show his strength.
Visual representation of "puff out" - To protrude or extend outwardly.

Often appears as...

  • puff out chest
  • puff out stomach
verb

To produce or emit puffs, as of smoke or steam.

The old engine was puffing out black smoke.
Visual representation of "puff out" - To produce or emit puffs, as of smoke or steam.

Often appears as...

  • puff out smoke
  • puff out steam
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "puff out"
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Exaggeration Effect

Used to emphasize an action often in a humorous or light-hearted manner.

Illustration for Exaggeration Effect
He puffed out his cheeks to mimic a blowfish.
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Non-Verbal Expression

Can indicate effort or exertion without the need for words.

Illustration for Non-Verbal Expression
She puffed out her breath after sprinting.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Exaggeration Effect

Used to emphasize an action often in a humorous or light-hearted manner.

Illustration for Exaggeration Effect
He puffed out his cheeks to mimic a blowfish.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Non-Verbal Expression

Can indicate effort or exertion without the need for words.

Illustration for Non-Verbal Expression
She puffed out her breath after sprinting.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Exaggeration Effect

Used to emphasize an action often in a humorous or light-hearted manner.

Illustration for Exaggeration Effect
He puffed out his cheeks to mimic a blowfish.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Non-Verbal Expression

Can indicate effort or exertion without the need for words.

Illustration for Non-Verbal Expression
She puffed out her breath after sprinting.
Visual representation of the word "Puff out"

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