pouf

noun

ˈpüf 

variants or less commonly pouffe

1

: puff sense 3b(3)

2

: a bouffant or fluffy part of a garment or accessory

3

: ottoman sense 2

poufed adjective

or pouffed

ˈpüft 

Examples of pouf in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The bodice was simple enough, with a plain spaghetti strap top and scoop neckline, but the bottom cascaded out into a pouf of black ruffles for the skirt. — Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026

Now’s your chance to snag a deal on this plush pouf that supplies extra seating but won’t overwhelm smaller spaces. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 May 2026

Right now, Wayfair has sleeper sofas and convertible loveseats that adapt to my needs, along with extra seating like an 80%-off accent chair and a cozy Kelly Clarkson pouf that doubles as decor (63% off). — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026

Ben Stiller’s wife Christine Taylor did her best Reese Witherspoon, sporting a big blonde pouf. — Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

French pouf, something inflated, of imitative origin

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1