I. ˈbü(ˌ)fō noun
( plural buffos -ōz ; also buf·fi -fē)
Etymology: Italian, from buffone buffoon — more at buffoon
: clown , buffoon ; specifically : a male singer of comic roles in opera
II. adjective
1.
a. : of, relating to, or suitable for an operatic buffo
a fine buffo aria
b. : adapted to or competent in buffo singing
a noted buffo tenor
2. : comic , farcical
a buffo character