상대방을 속이기 위해 부리는 허세나 엄포.
An attempt to deceive someone by making them believe that one has more power, confidence, or resources than is actually the case.
예문:
"The company's threat to move its headquarters was just a bluff to get a tax break."
"I decided to call his bluff and told him to go ahead and sue me."
자신의 능력이나 의도를 속여서 남을 기만하다.
To deceive someone by making them think that one will do something or that one has certain knowledge or abilities.
예문:
"The suspect tried to bluff his way out of the interrogation, but the evidence was too strong."
"She bluffed that she had another job offer to negotiate a higher salary."
강이나 바다를 굽어보는 가파른 절벽이나 벼랑.
A steep cliff, bank, or promontory, especially one overlooking a river or sea.
예문:
"The hikers stood on the edge of the bluff, looking out over the winding river below."
"A row of expensive houses was built along the limestone bluff."
태도가 화통하고 솔직하며 다소 무뚝뚝한.
Direct and frank in speech or manner, often in a way that seems slightly rough but is good-natured.
예문:
"The old sea captain had a bluff manner that initially intimidated the new recruits."
"Behind his bluff exterior lay a heart of gold and a very generous spirit."
카드 게임에서 낮은 패로 높은 패인 척하며 상대방을 속이다.
In card games, to bet heavily on a weak hand to trick opponents into folding.
예문:
"He managed to win the final pot by bluffing despite having nothing but a high card."
"A good poker player knows exactly when to bluff and when to fold."
특히 대초원 지대에 있는 작은 숲이나 잡목림.
A small grove or clump of trees, especially on the prairies.
예문:
"The farmhouse was nestled behind a bluff of poplar trees."
"Wild animals often seek refuge in the small bluffs scattered across the plains."