"Hef" meaning in English

See Hef in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Rhymes: -ɛf Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Hef
  1. (informal) A nickname for Hugh Hefner, American businessman and playboy Tags: informal Categories (topical): Individuals, Nicknames of individuals

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