Fluff

/flʌf/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Soft fibers or feathers that are often used for padding or filling.

The pillow was filled with soft fluff that made it very comfortable.

Light or superficial matter; something that has little substance.

The report was criticized for being full of fluff and lacking significant analysis.

verb

To make something fluffy or to shake it to create volume.

She fluffed the cushions on the couch before the guests arrived.

To add unnecessary or superficial content.

The writer fluffed the essay with elaborate descriptions that weren't needed.

Origin unknown; possibly imitative of the sound.

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.

filler

An item added to fill space.

cotton

A soft, fluffy material derived from the cotton plant.

down

Soft feathers used for insulation.

To embellish or exaggerate.

He fluffed the story to make it sound more exciting.

To mess up or fail at something.

I really fluffed that presentation.