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Definition buffalo in American English

buffalo verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈbʌfəloʊ/
1

to use threats to make someone behave in a particular way

Example

You may be able to buffalo Jack but I'll do whatever I please!

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2

to make someone confused

Example

The fifth question on the test buffaloed me completely.

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Definition buffalo in American English