pouf

noun

variants or less commonly pouffe
1
2
: a bouffant or fluffy part of a garment or accessory
3
poufed adjective
or pouffed

Examples of pouf in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Parker’s oversized soft pouf draws similarities to floral and feather-plumed, wide-brimmed garden hats and artistic styles that were popular in the early 1900s. Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 6 June 2025 Since the exterior cannot be removed, it is recommended to spot-clean the pouf as needed. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 3 June 2025 Larger propositions include stools topped with Dell monitors, the screens replaced with gleaming metal plaques or a vast pouf for lounging. Miles Socha, Footwear News, 21 May 2025 The set comes with a skin-smoothing ramie body pouf. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for pouf

Word History

Etymology

French pouf, something inflated, of imitative origin

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pouf was in 1817

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Pouf.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pouf. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on pouf

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!