Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: ruff
IPA transcription: [ɹ'ʌf]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: trump, ruff
    Meaning: play a trump
Usage examples
  • It should be absolutely free from wave or curl, and not lie too flat, but have a tendency to stand out, especially at the neck, so as to give a thick mane or ruff, which with profuse feathering on thighs and tail gives a very showy appearance.