riff

/ɹˈɪf/

/ˈɹɪf/

Riff

a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation

a Berber living in northern Morocco

synonyms : Riffian

a short, repeated melodic or rhythmic phrase that serves as a memorable and distinctive musical motif

to riff

MAIN VERB

play riffs

look through a book or other written material

synonyms : flick

Examples

1. Rock music often features strong beats and powerful guitar riffs.

2. So riffing on that whole thing there.

3. -Spontaneously riffing.

4. well, this riff takes that a step further.