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Definition of tufted

tufted

/ˈtʌftɪd/
tuft · ed
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tufted Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having, growing in, or adorned with small, dense clusters of feathers, hair, grass, or fibers held together at the base.

Example

"The bird watcher spotted a tufted titmouse perched on the feeder."

2

Decorated or reinforced by pulling threads through layers of fabric and padding at regular intervals to create a patterned, dimpled surface, often secured with buttons.

Example

"They placed a leather armchair with a deeply tufted backrest in the library."

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• Rhymes for tufted

• Nearby Words

tucuman
tuffet
tuft
tufted
tufted titmouse
tufting
tufty

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 14th century from the Middle English noun 'tuft' (probably from Old French 'tofe', meaning a lock of hair or bush) combined with the participial suffix '-ed'.

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