riff

(Inglese)

Noun

1. A repeated melody line in a song, usually instrumental but sometimes vocal.
2. A clever or witty remark.
3. A variation on something.
4. A spoof.

Verb

1. To improvise in the performance or practice of an art, especially by expanding on or making novel use of traditional themes.
2. To riffle.
3. To tell jokes over a movie or similar performance.

Pronunciato come (IPA)

/ɹɪf/

Etimologia (Inglese)

Ereditato da inglese medio: *rif

Ereditato da inglese antico: hrif

In summary

Uncertain. Perhaps a clipping of riffle, or an alteration of refrain.

sinonimi

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riffle

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flick

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