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daff¹ Definition

daff (daf)

intransitive verb

Scot. to act the part of a fool; behave playfully

Etymology: < ME daffe, fool < dafte, daft

daff² Definition

daff (daf)

transitive verb

  1. Archaic to turn or thrust aside
  2. Obsolete to take off (clothes); doff

Etymology: var. of doff

daff Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • early: The first hints of yellow from the early daffs can be seen among the cabbage.

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