fluffy

adjective

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\ ˈflə-fē

fluffier; fluffiest

Definition of fluffy

1a : covered with or resembling fluff

b : being light and soft or airy : puffed up a fluffy omelet

2 : lacking in meaning or substance : superficial sense 2c

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Synonyms & Antonyms for fluffy

Synonyms

Antonyms

heavy,
leaden

Examples of fluffy in a Sentence

the fluffy fur of a kitten Beat the egg whites until they are fluffy. furniture with big fluffy cushions

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