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Word

alf

Phoneticsalf

/ˈæɫf/

Definition

n. a very rude and aggressive way to describe someone who is extremely annoying or stupid. It is a short, modern way of saying 'annoying little fuck'.

n. a derogatory and highly informal term for a person perceived as irritating, contemptible, or foolish. Formed as an acronymic shortening of 'annoying little fuck'; restricted to vulgar or extremely casual registers.

Examples

“Stop being such an alf and just listen.”

“He acted like a total alf at the party, shouting over everyone and spilling drinks.”

Examples

simple

“Stop being such an alf and just listen.”

contextual

“He acted like a total alf at the party, shouting over everyone and spilling drinks.”

Usage

Used as a pejorative noun; typically follows 'a' or 'such a'.

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C2 · Proficiency
Frequency
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