1. used to represent a sudden disappearance or the sound of a small explosion
Usage: informal; often used in children's language or magic contexts

1. a sudden disappearance or vanishing
Usage: informal
2. a small cloud of smoke, dust, or powder
Usage: informal

1. to disappear suddenly
Usage: informal; often used with 'away' or 'off'

Examples

• With a wave of the magician's wand, the rabbit went poof and disappeared.
• The smoke rose in a poof from the candle.
• He promised to help, but then he poofed away without saying goodbye.
• The magic trick ended with a poof of colored powder.
• The balloon burst with a poof sound.
• She said she'd be back in five minutes, but she just poofed off.