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Bouffant Definition & Meaning

bouffant
adjective
  1. being puffed out; used of hair style or clothing; "a bouffant skirt"
noun
  1. a woman's hairstyle in which the hair gives a puffy appearance

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Frequently asked questions

What does bouffant mean?
being puffed out; used of hair style or clothing; "a bouffant skirt" a woman's hairstyle in which the hair gives a puffy appearance
What part of speech is bouffant?
Bouffant is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does bouffant have?
Bouffant has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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