poofter

/ ˈpuːf-, ˈpʊftə /

noun

1. a man who is considered effeminate or homosexual

2. a contemptible person

Word History and Origins

Origin of poofter¹

C20: expanded form of _poof

Example Sentences

These books, films and experiences gave me the strength to hold my own through secondary school – when things got tougher and “your dad’s a poofter, that’s butters” became a weekly insult.

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The Pop Idol winner said the driver called him a "poofter" and has appealed for help in tracking him down.

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Homosphobic abuse from a tfl bus driver calling me a poofter.

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The gang members called it “poofter bashing.”

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"People would call me a 'poofter' and just shout abuse at me in the streets. "Kids who are not supported are much more likely to come into difficulties whether that's homelessness, mental health issues, suicide.

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