chud·muf·fin /CHUHD-muh-fin/
noun
1. A whimsical, affectionate term for a person, creature, or object that is endearingly silly, quirky, or slightly absurd.
• “Don’t mind Gary — he’s a total chudmuffin, but that’s why we love him.”
2. A playful neologism combining “chud” (traditionally grotesque or awkward) and “muffin” (soft, sweet, innocuous), producing a humorous, paradoxical effect.
• “I baked a dozen chudmuffins for the office party — chaos never tasted so cute.”
Origin: Modern internet slang; blend of “chud” (see C.H.U.D., 1984) + “muffin,” popularized in playful online discourse circa 2025.
Usage notes: Typically used humorously or affectionately; carries no literal grotesque meaning in this form.
noun
1. A whimsical, affectionate term for a person, creature, or object that is endearingly silly, quirky, or slightly absurd.
• “Don’t mind Gary — he’s a total chudmuffin, but that’s why we love him.”
2. A playful neologism combining “chud” (traditionally grotesque or awkward) and “muffin” (soft, sweet, innocuous), producing a humorous, paradoxical effect.
• “I baked a dozen chudmuffins for the office party — chaos never tasted so cute.”
Origin: Modern internet slang; blend of “chud” (see C.H.U.D., 1984) + “muffin,” popularized in playful online discourse circa 2025.
Usage notes: Typically used humorously or affectionately; carries no literal grotesque meaning in this form.
1. “Stop being such a chudmuffin and try the rollercoaster — you’ll love it!”
2. “She showed up to the costume party in socks and sandals, and honestly, total chudmuffin energy.”
3. “I accidentally dyed my hair neon green, but everyone just called me a chudmuffin and laughed.”
4. “My dog tried to chase its tail and fell over — absolute chudmuffin vibes.”
5. “Even when he messes up the magic trick, he’s still our favorite chudmuffin.”
2. “She showed up to the costume party in socks and sandals, and honestly, total chudmuffin energy.”
3. “I accidentally dyed my hair neon green, but everyone just called me a chudmuffin and laughed.”
4. “My dog tried to chase its tail and fell over — absolute chudmuffin vibes.”
5. “Even when he messes up the magic trick, he’s still our favorite chudmuffin.”
by Chuds McKinsey August 24, 2025
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