Fuzz

usgb/fʌz/
noun

Small, fine, fluffy or fibrous particles often created by friction or static.

There was a layer of fuzz on the sweater after washing it.
Visual representation of "fuzz" - Small, fine, fluffy or fibrous particles often created by friction or static

Often appears as...

  • fuzz on clothes
  • fuzz from rubbing
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Physical Texture

Used to describe a tactile sense of small, soft fibers, often unwanted.

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She brushed the fuzz off her jacket.
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Household Care

Common in contexts related to cleaning clothes or furnishings.

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I need to lint-roll the dog's fuzz off the sofa.
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Result of Wear

Implies wear or use over time, such as clothing becoming fuzzy.

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After many washes, towels often develop fuzz.
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