riff

(Engels)

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.

Uitgesproken als (IPA)

/ɹɪf/

Etymologie (Engels)

Overgenomen van Middelengels: *rif

Overgenomen van Oudengels: hrif

In summary

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

Synoniemen

leaf

riffle

browse

flick

flip

thumb

Vertalingen

riff

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feuille

pouce

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rifeo

melodia

cazda kısa tema

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