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boff (2)
boff [ bof ] (plural boffs)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. funny joke: a joke that gets a big laugh
2. big laugh: a big hearty laugh
3. 
Same as  boffo
[Mid-20th century. Probably contraction of box office, indicating a box-office success]
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