futon vs pouf

futon

noun
  • A thin mattress of tufted cotton or similar material, placed on a floor or on a raised, foldable frame as a bed. 

  • A round cushion used for Zen meditation, traditionally made of woven bulrush leaves. 

  • A specific kind of sofa-bed, with a fixed cushion that forms a mattress when folded down and a sofa when folded up. 

pouf

noun
  • A ball of fabric (such as nylon monofilament netting) used for washing (as an alternative to a flannel, washcloth, sponge, etc.). 

  • A short skirt gathered into a rounded puffy shape; a puffball. 

  • A headdress for women popular in 18th century France. 

  • A low cushioned seat with no back; a padded footstool. 

  • A high hair style for women consisting of a roll or pad of hair, worn up. 

  • Part of an item of clothing consisting of gathered fabric in a bunch. 

verb
  • To make poufy or bouffant. 

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

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