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Tuffet

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

A clump of grass or similar vegetation; a small grass-covered mound..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A clump of grass or similar vegetation; a small grass-covered mound.
  2. (furniture) A large cushion which may have an internal frame, used as a low seat or stool.
  3. An inflatable cushion serving as landing area for precision accuracy parachuting.

Example Sentences

Little Miss Muffet, She sat on a tuffet, Eating of curds and whey; There came a little spider, Who sat down beside her, And frighted Miss Muffet away.

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What does tuffet mean?

Tuffet means A clump of grass or similar vegetation; a small grass-covered mound..

What is a synonym for tuffet?

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What is the opposite of tuffet?

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How do you use tuffet in a sentence?

Little Miss Muffet, She sat on a tuffet, Eating of curds and whey; There came a little spider, Who sat down beside her, And frighted Miss Muffet away.

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