poof

Definition

Onomatopoeia indicating a small explosion with a cloud of smoke; as caused by a deflating object, or a magical disappearance.

Etymology

Onomatopoeic. See also puff.

Example Sentences

• "Poof, he was gone."
• "Even now, in the spring, the river softly cries, 'Menthol, Menthol, you are one wazoo. One day I'm the elf next door and the poof I'm a river.'"
• "The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist. And like that, poof. He's gone."