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Definition of furball

furball

/ˈfɜːr.bɔːl/
fur · ball
Plural:furballs
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• noun

1

A small, compact mass of hair or fur that accumulates in the stomach of an animal, especially a cat, as a result of grooming and is typically coughed up.

Example

"The veterinarian recommended a special diet to help prevent our cat from developing another furball."

2

An affectionate or humorous term for a small, fluffy animal, such as a kitten or puppy.

Example

"Our new puppy is an energetic little furball who loves chasing leaves across the yard."

3

A chaotic, close-quarters aerial dogfight involving multiple aircraft.

Example

"During the training exercise, the simulated engagement quickly turned into a confusing furball of maneuvering jets."

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• Nearby Words

funnyman
funplex
fur
furball
furbish
furious
furiously

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