First Known Use: 1594
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1plush
noun \ˈpləsh\
: a thick, soft fabric
Full Definition of PLUSH
: a fabric with an even pile longer and less dense than velvet pile
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Origin of PLUSH
Middle French peluche
2plush
adjective
: made of a thick, soft fabric
: thick and soft
: very fancy and usually expensive
Full Definition of PLUSH
1
: relating to, resembling, or made of plush
2
a : notably luxurious b : rich, full <the plush sound of his saxophone playing> <a plush, ripe wine>
— plush·ly adverb
— plush·ness noun
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First Known Use of PLUSH
circa 1645
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1plush
adjective \ˈpləsh\
plush·erplush·est
Definition of PLUSH for Kids
1
: made of a thick soft fabric
2
: very rich and fine <a plush hotel>
2plush
noun
Definition of PLUSH for Kids
: a fabric like a very thick soft velvet
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