Meaning of the word pouf in English

What does pouf mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pouf

US /puːf/

UK /puːf/

a soft, upholstered footstool or low seat, often round or square in shape

Example:

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She rested her feet on the comfortable pouf.

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The living room was decorated with colorful cushions and a large knitted pouf.

Synonym:

ottoman footstool hassock

a hairstyle in which the hair is raised high on the head in a rounded shape

Example:

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She wore her hair in a stylish pouf for the evening event.

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The vintage photograph showed women with elaborate poufs and beehives.

Synonym:

bouffant beehive

to make hair stand out in a rounded, voluminous shape

Example:

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She used a special comb to pouf her hair at the crown.

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The stylist knew exactly how to pouf the client's fine hair to give it more body.

Synonym:

tease backcomb fluff up