Whiff Definition & Meaning
whiff
- noun
- a short light gust of air
- a lefteye flounder found in coastal waters from New England to Brazil
- a strikeout resulting from the batter swinging at and missing the ball for the third strike
- verb
- perceive by inhaling through the nose; "sniff the perfume"
- drive or carry as if by a puff of air; "The gust of air whiffed away the clouds"
- strike out by swinging and missing the pitch charged as the third
- smoke and exhale strongly; "puff a cigar"; "whiff a pipe"
- utter with a puff of air; "whiff out a prayer"
"Whiff" in song lyrics
See how whiff is used in real songs:
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"Catch a whiff"
Afroman — Let's All Get Drunk -
"Just to shift nose to neck, just to get a whiff"
J-Live — The 4th 3rd -
"No matter how hard I whiff"
Muphin f/ Nick Sweepah — Good Vibes *
Words that rhyme with whiff
Usage tips for "whiff"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "whiff" 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 whiff to find words that pair well.