Duffed

Duffed
Duff Duff (d[u^]f), v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Duffed}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Duffing}.] [Etym. uncertain.] [Colloq. or Slang] 1. To treat or manipulate so as to give a specious appearance to; to fake; hence, to cheat. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]

2. In Australia, to alter the brands on (cattle, horses, etc.); to steal (cattle, etc.), and alter their brands. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]


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