Definition of "riff" in Englisch

noun

1. A repeated melody line in a song, usually instrumental but sometimes vocal.

   • Listen to one of the greatest guitar riffs of all time!

2. A clever or witty remark.

3. A variation on something.

4. A spoof.

verb

1. To improvise in the performance or practice of an art, especially by expanding on or making novel use of traditional themes.

2. To riffle.

3. To tell jokes over a movie or similar performance.

noun

1. (anatomy, archaic) The belly; the bowels.