BOFFO N. AMER.


Meaning of BOFFO N. AMER. in English

boffo N. Amer.

informal

■ adjective

1》 (of a play or film) resoundingly successful.

2》 (of a laugh) deep and unrestrained.

■ noun ( plural boffos ) a great success.

Origin

1940s: from US boff 'roaring success' + -o .

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