Definition

To express strong disgust or revulsion; to verbally reject or condemn something as repulsive. Can also mean to vomit.

Example Usage

I'd barf out if I had to wear those shoes.

Origin

Combines 'barf' (onomatopoeia for vomiting, popularized in mid-20th century) with 'out' as an intensifier.

Fun Fact

Part of the lexicon of 1980s-90s youth slang, particularly in Valley Girl and California surf culture.

Source: Definition backfill (hailey)

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