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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