Eff

/ɛf/ verb

Definition

euphemistic way to say the f-word; to mess up or fail

Etymology

euphemistic pronunciation of the letter F, standing for a profane word

Kelly Says

This is one of the most polite ways to reference an impolite word - just saying the letter name instead of the actual expletive!

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