#23: Oofy
This one is also pretty confusing, as the first thing that comes to mind when seeing (or hearing) the word ‘oofy’ is a mistake or something goofy. However, in past decades, the word ‘oofy’ was used to refer to a wealthy person or thing. Originating in informal English during the early to mid-20th century, ‘oofy’ conveyed a sense of affluence, opulence, or luxury.
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The term likely derived from the slang use of ‘oof’, meaning money or wealth, and so ‘oofy’ captured the idea of someone or something associated with abundance or prosperity. Whether describing a wealthy individual or an extravagant possession, ‘oofy’ served as a colloquial expression to denote financial success or material wealth.
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