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stuff

/stʌf/

[/stʌf/]

things in general

Beginnernoun

Definition

An informal word for things or possessions in general.

Example

Put your stuff in the cupboard.

Put your stuff in the cupboard.

Etymology

From Old French 'estoffe' (material, furniture).

How & Where It’s Used

Very common informal word; uncountable, so no plural.

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