Pelus (en. Fuzz)

/ˈpelus/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Small fibers or fluff often found on clothing or other items.
There is fuzz on my clothes that I need to remove.
Mayroong pelus sa aking damit na dapat kong alisin.
A form of soft and clingy material.
The fuzz of the mattress adds extra comfort.
Ang pelus ng kutson ay nagbibigay ng dagdag na ginhawa.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish 'pelusa'

Common Phrases and Expressions

everyone has fuzz
Everyone has their own differences or imperfections.
silang lahat ay may pelus

Related Words

hair
Fiber or hair from an animal that is often soft.
balahibo
fiber
Small piece or thread from any material.
hibla

Slang Meanings

soft, not really suitable for adults; like a baby's item
I wish everyone had a plush like that, so soft!
Sana all may pelus na ganyan, sobrang lambot!
fart or gas from the stomach; sniffing a fart
Oh no, my fart was so loud earlier, it really made people fall!
Naku, ang lakas ng pelus ko kanina, nahulog talaga ang mga tao!
unwanted items or dirt
There's so much fluff in my room, I really need to clean up.
Ang daming pelus sa kwarto ko, kailangan ko na talagang maglinis.