Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tuft

noun
/tʌft/
Definition
A tuft is a cluster of strands or a bunch of fibers, often found in plants or on animals.
Examples
  • The rabbit had a tuft of fur on its head.
  • The garden was filled with tufts of grass swaying in the breeze.
  • He pulled a tuft of hair from his brush.
Meaning
A tuft typically refers to a small group of fibers or hairs that are closely gathered together and attached at a base.
Synonyms
  • clump
  • collection
  • cluster
  • bunch