buffin

/ˈbʌfɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of sweet, filling pastry, similar to a turnover or a Danish pastry, often filled with sweet ingredients such as fruits or custard.

“She bought a buffin from the bakery for breakfast.”

2. verb

To make something smooth or shiny, typically by rubbing or polishing.

“The mechanic buffed the car’s bumper to remove minor scratches.”

Synonyms

  • Danish
  • pastry
  • polish
  • smooth
  • turnover

Antonyms

  • rough
  • uneven
  • unpolished