plush

1 of 2

noun

ˈpləsh 

plural plushes

1

: a fabric with an even pile that is longer and less dense than velvet pile

… the upholstered seats were indeed covered in plush, to accompany the brass fittings and the walnut walls.

—Anthony Lane

2

: a toy that is covered in plush and filled with soft material : plushie

Some reversible plushes are essentially the same stuffed toy inside and out with a slightly different facial expression or design.

—Elliott Rivette

plush

2 of 2

adjective

1

: relating to, resembling, or made of plush

2

a

: notably luxurious

a plush hotel

b

: rich, full

the plush sound of his saxophone playing

a plush, ripe wine

plushly adverb

plushness noun

Synonyms of plush

Adjective

• rich
• robust
• strong

Examples of plush in a Sentence

Adjective

The hotel accommodations were plush.

a particularly plush and buttery chardonnay

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

As winter weather moves in, cozy essentials like scarves, plush throws and heated bedding become everyday comforts. —Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Dec. 2025

The story is filled with bright illustrations and even a companion plush toy, but Brooks says the real impact goes deeper. —Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025

Adjective

The plush interior adds serious warmth, while the jogger-style ankles keep everything neat and off the airport floor. —Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2025

Plus, the muffs are padded with plush filling that feels like mini pillows, cushioning my ear and offering a layer of warmth at the same time. —Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle French peluche

First Known Use

Noun

1590, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1615, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for plush

• blush
• brush
• crush
• flush
• gush
• hush
• lush
• mush
• shush
• slush
• thrush
• airbrush

Kids Definition

plush

1 of 2 noun

ˈpləsh 

: a fabric like a very thick soft velvet

plush

2 of 2 adjective

1

: made of or like plush

2

: very luxurious

a plush home