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riff

riff [ rif ]


noun  (plural riffs)
Definition:
 
1. series of notes: a short, often repeated series of notes in pop music or jazz that forms a distinctive part of the accompaniment

2. quip: a quick, witty remark, especially one that is part of a rapid exchange



intransitive verb  (past and past participle riffed, present participle riff·ing, 3rd person present singular riffs)
Definition:
 
use riffs: to play or make use of riffs as a musical accompaniment to something

[Early 20th century. Probably shortening of riffle]
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