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fluffy

/ˈflʌf.i/
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Adverb:fluffily
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• adjective

1

Covered with or resembling soft, light down, fur, or fibers; soft and airy to the touch.

Example

"The golden retriever puppy had a thick, fluffy coat that kept it warm in the snow."

2

Light, airy, and soft in consistency because air has been beaten or leavened into it (especially of food).

Example

"Whisking the egg whites thoroughly is the secret to making a tall, fluffy omelet."

3

Light and entertaining but lacking serious intellectual depth, substance, or rigor.

Example

"Critics dismissed the summer romantic comedy as a fluffy distraction with a predictable plot."

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• Rhymes for fluffy

• Nearby Words

fluffily
fluffiness
flufftail
fluffy
fluid
fluidity
fluidlike

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 18th century, the word derives from the noun 'fluff', which is likely a dialectical alteration of 'flue' (soft down or lint) blended with 'puff'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fluffy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fluffy
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