Puffback

Noun

Définitions

1.NounAny bird of the genus Dryoscopus.

2.NounThe (unintended) emission of soot or smoke from a furnace or boiler into a structure, typically caused by a burner failing to ignite properly, allowing a buildup of fumes which explode and expel soot or smoke into the structure.

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