luff up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To turn towards the wind so that the sails flap
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “luff up” mean?
To turn towards the wind so that the sails flap
Is “luff up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.