English · Phrasal verb Candidate

puff out

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To inflate.

Where it’s used: Used American English

He puffed out his cheeks.

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).

Meaning · English

To blow briefly and lightly.

Sources & notes

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

Meaning · English

To emit puffs of smoke or exhaust

Sources & notes

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

What does “puff out” mean?

To inflate.

Is “puff out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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