interjection
noun
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the crosswise yarns that fill the warp yarns in weaving; weft
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a woven fabric or its texture
interjection
verb
Etymology
Origin of woof
before 900; Middle English oof, owf, Old English ōwef, āwef (compare gewef ), equivalent to ō-, ā- a- 3 + wef (akin to web ); modern w- from weft, warp, weave, etc.
Example Sentences
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There’s an intimate breadth to the warp, woof and weave of “Pompei: Below the Clouds,” which is masterfully edited by Fabrizio Federico and boasts an enveloping score by “The Brutalist” Oscar winner Daniel Blumberg.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
Rehse is taking longer to throw the ball than Chewie would like, and Chewie barks a single, loud woof to demonstrate her frustration.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2022
"Parentese" is a way of talking that is more interesting to young children, such as calling a dog a "woof".
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2022
I covered Rigoletto for the first time 15 years ago; I knew back then that I could sing it, but woof, that was work.
From New York Times • Jan. 6, 2022
Wishbone kicked his legs and let out a little woof like he was having a doggie dream.
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
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