Definitions

1. verb

to talk or argue in a foolish or empty way

“The politician was accused of faffling about the economy.”

2. verb

to spend time wastefully or idly

“She spent the morning faffling around the house.”

3. noun

a foolish or empty activity or talk

“The faffle of the meeting was caused by the new employee.”

4. noun

a piece of fabric, especially a scarf or a piece of ribbon

“The little girl used the faffle to tie her ponytail.”