pouf

Meanings

1. A headdress for women popular in 18th century France.
2. A high hair style for women consisting of a roll or pad of hair, worn up.
3. Part of an item of clothing consisting of gathered fabric in a bunch.
4. A low cushioned seat with no back; a padded footstool.
5. A short skirt gathered into a rounded puffy shape; a puffball.
6. A ball of fabric (such as nylon monofilament netting) used for washing (as an alternative to a flannel, washcloth, sponge, etc.).
7. A small saddle cushion worn atop the buttocks (as a fashion trend – similar to a bustle).
8. Alternative form of puff
9. Alternative form of poof.

1. To make poufy or bouffant.

1. Onomatopoeia indicating a cloud of smoke or wind; caused by a deflating object, or a magical disappearance.

Etymology

From French pouf, pouff, of imitative origin; compare puff.