Meaning & Definition of word "Fluff"

Fluff

/flʌf/

noun:

  • 1. Soft fibers or feathers that are often used for padding or filling.
    • Example: The pillow was filled with soft fluff that made it very comfortable.
  • 2. Light or superficial matter; something that has little substance.
    • Example: The report was criticized for being full of fluff and lacking significant analysis.

verb:

  • 1. To make something fluffy or to shake it to create volume.
    • Example: She fluffed the cushions on the couch before the guests arrived.
  • 2. To add unnecessary or superficial content.
    • Example: The writer fluffed the essay with elaborate descriptions that weren't needed.

Etymology

Origin unknown; possibly imitative of the sound.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fluff piece:

An article or news report that is trivial or unimportant.

fluff up:

To make something appear fuller or larger.

fluff and stuff:

Superficial or trivial matters.

Related Words

filler:

An item added to fill space.

cotton:

A soft, fluffy material derived from the cotton plant.

down:

Soft feathers used for insulation.

Slang Meanings of fluff

Meaning: To embellish or exaggerate.

Example Sentence: He fluffed the story to make it sound more exciting.

Meaning: To mess up or fail at something.

Example Sentence: I really fluffed that presentation.