poof
1 of 2interjection
ˈpüf 
ˈpu̇f
ˈpu̇f —used to express disdain or dismissal or to suggest instantaneous occurrence
poof
2 of 2noun
ˈpüv ˈpu̇v
ˈpu̇v variants or less commonly poove
plural poofs also pooves
British, offensive
: a gay man —used as a term of abuse and disparagement
Word History
Etymology
Noun
perhaps alteration of puff entry 2
First Known Use
Interjection
1824, in the meaning defined above
Noun
1833, in the meaning defined above