Riff Definition & Meaning
riff
- noun
- a Berber living in northern Morocco
- a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation
- verb
- look through a book or other written material; "He thumbed through the report"; "She leafed through the volume"
- play riffs
"Riff" in song lyrics
See how riff is used in real songs:
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"I gotta get but scared to use it cause my parents still riff"
Akir — Rites of Passage -
"He used to sell white rocks, and black cops used to riff"
Black Child — I Can Relate -
"Guilters run it all, don't even try to riff"
Black Moon — Son Get Wrec
Words that rhyme with riff
Usage tips for "riff"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "riff" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for riff to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does riff mean?
- a Berber living in northern Morocco a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation look through a book or other written material; "He thumbed through the report"; "She leafed through the volume" play riffs
- What part of speech is riff?
- Riff is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does riff have?
- Riff has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).