What is luff?

Luff is a term that can refer to several different things. Here are some examples:

• Luff can be a verb that describes the act of bringing a sail closer to the wind, which helps the sail to fill with wind and propel a boat forward. The opposite of luffing is bearing away, which involves steering the boat away from the wind.
• Luff can also be a noun that refers to the part of a sail that is closest to the wind. The luff typically runs along the leading edge of the sail, and it is often equipped with a rope or wire called a luff rope or luff wire that helps to keep the sail taut and maintain its shape.
• In colloquial English, luff can be used as a synonym for "cool" or "awesome." For example, someone might say "that new video game is luff" to express their admiration for it.
• Luff is also a surname that is primarily found in northern Europe, particularly in Sweden and Denmark. Notable people with this surname include the Swedish actress and comedian Cecilia Luff, the Danish Olympic equestrian rider Jennifer Luff, and the British politician and peer Garry Luff.