CEFR B2

buff

adjective

Meaning

Having a well-developed, muscular physique.

Examples

The actor got incredibly buff for his role as a superhero.
She spends hours at the gym to stay buff and healthy.

Synonyms: strong, muscular, fit, brawny

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buff (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /bʌf/

Definition

Having a well-developed, muscular physique.

Examples

The actor got incredibly buff for his role as a superhero.
She spends hours at the gym to stay buff and healthy.
His arms were so buff that they barely fit into his shirt sleeves.

How to Use buff

a [subject] buff (collocation): An expert or enthusiast of a specific topic. — "He's a serious car buff and can identify almost any model."
buff something up (phrasal verb): To improve or make something better, often quickly. — "I need to buff up my presentation skills before the meeting."

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