Tuft ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Tuft ( noun )

1. A small group of feathers, hairs, or grass growing close together.
2. A small group of things growing or standing close together.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french tofe, of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The bird had a tuft of feathers on its head.
2. The tuft of grass was the only green on the hillside.
3. He had a tuft of hair sticking up in the back.
4. The tuft of flowers was a beautiful addition to the garden.
5. The tuft of cotton on the top of the boll was ready for picking.

(As a verb)

Tuft ( verb )

1. A small group of feathers, hairs, or grass growing close together.
2. A small group of things growing or standing close together.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french tofe, of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The bird had a tuft of feathers on its head.
2. The tuft of grass was the only green on the hillside.
3. He had a tuft of hair sticking up in the back.
4. The tuft of flowers was a beautiful addition to the garden.
5. The tuft of cotton on the top of the boll was ready for picking.