boof

American  

[boof] / buf /

verb (used without object)

1. to launch a kayak over a drop or difficult water formation, using a forward paddle stroke to raise the bow of the craft out of the water.

   Be prepared for a lot of spills when you’re learning to boof.

2. to engage in anal sex.

3. to ingest alcohol or drugs rectally, for more rapid intoxication than ingestion by mouth.

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verb (used with object)

1. to launch a kayak over (a drop or difficult water formation), using a forward paddle stroke to raise the bow of the craft out of the water.

   The trainer made boofing the hole look easy.

2. to launch (a kayak) over a drop or difficult water formation, using a forward paddle stroke to raise the bow of the craft out of the water.

   This old craft won't survive being boofed many more times.

noun

1. 1. a maneuver used to launch a kayak over a drop or difficult water formation.

      She was pleased with her almost perfect boof over the ledge.

   2. a drop or difficult water formation that requires such a maneuver.

      If the map is correct, this section of the creek has many boofs.

Etymology

Origin of boof

First recorded in 2005–10

Example Sentences

In the heart of the Iranian capital, the Boof cafe serves up refreshing cold drinks on a hot summer's day.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2025

In May 2020, Boof says he found Williams unresponsive.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2024

Nathan became an All-Star closer after the Giants botched a trade by sending him, Francisco Liriano and Boof Bonser to the Minnesota Twins for A.J.

From Washington Times • Feb. 15, 2017

Bonser, who was born John Bonser, legally changed his name to Boof a decade ago.

From New York Times • Dec. 9, 2010

"Well, y' see how it is," he observed to Boof as they turned homeward.

From The Rich Little Poor Boy by Gates, Eleanor