chuffy

Meanings

• Adjective

  A term used to describe something that is in good condition, especially a steam train or engine that is running efficiently.

  - "The old steam train was a chuffy little engine."
  - "The chuffy locomotive puffed its way through the mountains."

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Variants

List of all variants of chuffy that leads to same result
huffier , huffiest , huffily , huffiness , huffinesses , huffy

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Etymology

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Originally used to describe the condition of a steam engine or train, with the implication of being in good working order.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'chuffy' is believed to have originated in the UK in the late 19th century.

2. The efficiency of a steam engine or locomotive is often measured by its thermal efficiency, which is the ratio of the energy output to the energy input.

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Related Concepts

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1. Steam engine: A type of heat engine that converts heat energy into mechanical work using steam as the working fluid.

2. Locomotive: A self-propelled railway vehicle designed for transporting goods or passengers.

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Culture

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The term 'chuffy' is primarily used in the context of steam trains and engines, and has a nostalgic or romantic connotation, evoking images of bygone eras.

How to Memorize "chuffy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a steam engine or locomotive running smoothly and efficiently.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chuffy' with the idea of something running smoothly and efficiently, like a well-oiled machine.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'C-H-U-F-F-Y': 'Condition-Heats-Under-Force-Fluid-Yields-Efficiency' to help memorize the meaning of 'chuffy'.

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