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Synonyms for puffer


Grammar : Noun
Spell : puhf-er
Phonetic Transcription : ˈpʌf ər

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Définition of puffer

Origin :
  • 1620s, agent noun from puff (v.). As "one who praises or extols," from 1736. As a type of fish that inflates itself in defense, from 1814.
  • As in flatterer : noun complimenter
Example sentences :
  • I hope you will be a good boy and give satisfaction to Professor Puffer.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • There were ten passengers besides Professor Puffer and himself.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • "I believe you are deceiving me," said Professor Puffer angrily.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • "No," answered Puffer, who feared that those reasons might compromise him.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • Professor Puffer muttered something, but did not dare to press the demand.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • A little reflection, however, allayed the fears of Professor Puffer.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • Bernard opened it, and his glance rested on Professor Puffer.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • When Professor Puffer reached London he began to interview the hackmen.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • This was a question which Puffer found it difficult to answer.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
  • To say that Professor Puffer was surprised would be too mild.
  • Extract from : « Bernard Brooks' Adventures » by Horatio Alger, Jr.
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