Meaning & Definition of word "Puffy"

Puffy

/ˈpʌfi/

1. Swollen or inflated, often due to air or fluid.
- Example: After crying, her eyes looked puffy and red.
2. Soft and rounded in shape, giving a fluffy appearance.
- Example: The cat curled up on the puffy pillow.
3. Having a bulging or protruding appearance.
- Example: He wore a puffy jacket to keep warm in the winter.

From 'puff', likely influenced by metaphoric use of 'puffy' to suggest a light, swollen form.

puffy eyes:

Swollen eyes, often due to crying or lack of sleep.

puffy jacket:

A jacket filled with insulating materials, appearing inflated.

puffy cheeks:

Cheeks that are swollen or have a rounded appearance.

inflate:

To fill with air or gas.

fluff:

To make or become soft and light.

swollen:

Expanded beyond normal size due to fluid accumulation.

Meaning: Euphemism for someone who is slightly overweight.

Example Sentence: After all those holiday treats, I feel a bit puffy.

Meaning: Referring to something that is overly exaggerated in appearance.

Example Sentence: That outfit looks so puffy, like you're wearing a marshmallow.