kuff

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Meaning · English

A non-Muslim.

Register: derogatory, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Given the clash of civilizations theory, Islamic views on kuffs, and recent tensions over the Pope's remarks in Regensburg, it is interesting to see how closely Islam and the Vatican echo each other on the question of women.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “kuff” mean?

A non-Muslim.

Is “kuff” formal or informal?

kuff is generally derogatory, slang.