Meaning & use

Pouffe

noun·Everyday

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A large, firm cushion used as a low seat or footstool.

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She curled up on the pouffe with a cup of tea and a good book.

The living room was furnished with a leather pouffe instead of a coffee table.

A note on using this word

Chiefly British English; the American equivalent is usually called an 'ottoman.' It is also spelled 'pouf.'

Words with a similar meaning

ottomanfootstool

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