How Do You Spell POOFTER?

Pronunciation: [pˈuːftə] (IPA)

Poofter is a derogatory term used to describe a gay man, which is spelled as /ˈpuːftər/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The word is a combination of the verb "puff" and the suffix "-er", denoting one who puffs, as in effeminate stereotyping of the gay community. However, its use is widely considered offensive and decades-long advocacy has discouraged its use. Furthermore, the spelling of the word reflects the imitative process of coining derogatory terms based on the perceived characteristics of a group.

POOFTER Meaning and Definition

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Common Misspellings for POOFTER

• pooter
• roofter
• poofer
• woofter
• moofte
• boofte
• noughtre
• Mooftee
• Poiffery
• proofte
• oonter

Etymology of POOFTER

The term "poofter" is a derogatory slang term primarily used in British English, Australia, and New Zealand to refer to a homosexual man. It originated in the early 20th century, but its exact etymology is uncertain and debated.

One theory suggests that "poofter" derived from the late 19th-century slang term "puff", meaning a male homosexual. "Puff" could have originated from the idea of someone who "puffs" themselves up, alluding to flamboyant behavior associated with gay men at the time. Over time, "puff" may have evolved into "poofter" as a rhyming substitution.

Another theory links the term to the Romani language (also known as Gypsy), where "poofter" may have originated from the word "puro" meaning male prostitute. However, this theory lacks strong evidence.

Plural form of POOFTER is POOFTERS