a small amount of smoke, air, or something that can rise into the air in a small cloud
We felt a puff of wind as the door open and closed.
A gentle puff of wind carried the fragrance of blooming flowers through the air.
The baker watched as the pastry began to puff up in the oven, indicating perfect baking.
A sudden puff of smoke signaled the start of the steam locomotive.
The wind carried a small puff of dust across the arid landscape.
