English

Etymology 1
Probably from OF. baffe �slap in the face� (French bouffe), of imitative origin.

Pronunciation
IPA|/bæf/
:rhymes|æf

Verb
en-verb

1. To hit or strike, especially with something flat or soft.
2. golf To strike the ground with the bottom of the club when taking a stroke.

Etymology 2
etystub

Noun
en-noun|-

1. Geordie blank

References
R:New Geordie Dictionary 1987
R:Northumberland 1880

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