Naff off

Naff off

/ˌnæf ˈɒf/
Noun London

Go away (polite version of “fuck off”).

Example Sentences

"Oh naff off!"
"Why don't you naff off?"

Etymology & History

Polite euphemism for "fuck off". "Naff" possibly from Polari (gay slang) or backslang. Popularized in 1970s-80s British TV as acceptable alternative.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
1970s
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Language
Vulgar
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Formality
Slang
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