Definitions

1. noun

a confused or agitated state, especially of a person or animal; a commotion or disturbance

“The dog was in a fuffle, barking loudly at the mailman.”

2. verb

to cause to become disheveled or disturbed; to confuse or disquiet

“The child’s tantrum caused a big fuffle in the supermarket.”

3. verb

to move or act with quick, energetic movements

“The kitten began to fuffle around the Christmas tree, batting at the ornaments.”

4. noun

a confused or disheveled state of something, especially hair

“The wind left his hair in a fuffle, making him look like a mess.”