chuffy

1 of 2

adjective (1)

ˈchəfē,

-u̇fē,

-fi

-er/-est

1

now dialectal, of a person : short and stout : fat, chubby

2

of swine : short-coupled and fat

a new boar … with heftier ham, but not so chuffy

—Breeder's Gazette

—opposed to rangy

chuffy

2 of 2

adjective (2)

"

-er/-est

now dialectal, England

: chuff, surly

Word History

Etymology

Adjective (1)

perhaps from chuff entry 3 + -y

Adjective (2)

chuff entry 1 + -y

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now