American Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Searching for...

No matching words found

Try a different search term or browse the dictionary

Definition bluff in American English

bluff noun

noun
/blʌf/
1

an attempt to give a false idea to someone about what you intend to do, or about the facts of a situation, especially in order to gain an advantage

Example

She said she would leave her job, but it was just a bluff.

Example

The offer was pure bluff.

Synonyms and related words
2

a steep cliff by the ocean or by a river. This word is often used in the names of places.

Synonyms and related words
3

a group of trees growing close together

Example

You'll see cabins tucked in between bluffs of trees.

Synonyms and related words
Definition bluff in American English