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fluffy

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈfɫəfi// UK //flˈʌfi// fluffy Informal Vulgar

adj. soft and light, like wool, feathers, or a cloud. You use this to describe things that feel nice to touch or look very light and airy.

adj. covered with or resembling soft, light fibers or down. Often used to describe textures that are aerated or voluminous.


SIMPLE

The kitten has very soft, fluffy fur.

CONTEXTUAL

She beat the egg whites until they formed fluffy, white peaks for the cake batter.

COMPLEX

The hotel provides thick, fluffy towels and high-thread-count linens to ensure a luxurious experience for every guest.

Synonyms
Origin

From fluff + -y. Compare German flauschig (“fluffy”).

Usage

Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun or as a predicative adjective after a linking verb.

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