lufbery

intransitive verb

luf·​bery

variants or less commonly lufberry

ˈləfˌberē,

-bərē,

-ri

-ed/-ing/-s

: to go into or fly in a Lufbery circle

Word History

Etymology

after Raoul G. V. Lufbery †1918 American aviator

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now