stuffer

noun

stuff·​er ˈstə-fər 

1

: one that stuffs

2

: an enclosure (such as a leaflet) inserted in an envelope in addition to a bill, statement, or notice

3

: a series of extra threads or yarn running lengthwise in a fabric to add weight and bulk and to form a backing especially for carpets

Synonyms of stuffer

• pig
• hog

Examples of stuffer in a Sentence

the different kinds of hot dog eaters: the stuffer who downs it in two bites; the nibbler; the mustard loader

Recent Examples on the Web

Ornaments that previously would have been stocking-stuffers were over my threshold. —Abby McCloskey, Twin Cities, 3 Dec. 2025

Then, keep scrolling to shop more under-$20 stocking stuffer ideas at Amazon. —Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025

Plus, don’t miss out on stocking stuffers like this Classic Cuffed Knit Beanie and other cold-weather accessories. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025

For a team that needs a run stuffer in the middle, there aren’t many that have as many natural advantages that Sweat has in that department. —Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing stuffer

• stocking stuffer

Rhymes for stuffer

• buffer
• duffer
• kafir
• puffer
• rougher
• suffer
• tougher