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September 29, 2021 Word of the Day

fluffy /ˈflʌfi/ adjective
fluffy
/ˈflʌfi/
adjective

fluffier; fluffiest

Kitten with fluffy white fur
Kitten with fluffy white fur
Definition of FLUFFY

1 : covered with soft material

  • the fluffy fur of a kitten

  • fluffy young chicks

  • a fluffy wool blanket

2 : light and soft or airy

  • Beat the egg whites until they are fluffy.

  • furniture with big fluffy cushions

  • a favorite fluffy sweater

: having a light and soft appearance

  • a fluffy white cloud

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