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as in edging
a strip of fabric gathered or pleated on one edge and used as trimming she opted for a simple wedding dress that did without all the frills and furbelows

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Recent Examples of furbelow
Noun
Oddly, for such a modernizer, Michele’s taste tends toward the baroque, or even the rococo—the man has seemingly never encountered a frill or furbelow that displeased him—and his collections are littered with vintage references. Maya Singer, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2022 Porsche's design department clearly had fun with this model, reaching deep into the brand's endless reservoir of badges and colors, frills and furbelows. Jens Meiners, Car and Driver, 1 June 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furbelow
Noun
  • Traditional lawn care companies, usually locally owned, offer lawn care ranging from turnkey full-service care, including weed and pest control, aeration, and fertilization, to basic mowing, edging, and leaf-blowing.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2025
  • Skis designed for advanced and expert skiers tend to contain heavier materials like metal and reinforced sidewalls for enhanced stability at speed, better energy transfer, and more precise edging performance.
    Jenny Wiegand, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.
    oregonlive, oregonlive, 24 May 2023
  • Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.
    Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2022
Noun
  • Bring on the pink bows, ruffles, and all things sweet.
    Ryan Morik, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The floral-print linen and silk-blend gauze midi dress features a bustier-style bodice with semi-exposed boning and a few fabric ruffles.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Think bold architecture flanking a river, a massive lake fringed by a pedestrian-friendly trail and sandy beaches, world-class museums and theater, and landmarks like the Navy Pier, Millennium Park, and the Magnificent Mile.
    Wendy Altschuler, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2025
  • Also nominated in the lead actress category, Demi Moore walked the carpet in a strapless dark blue gown with a beaded neckline and fringe on the bottom.
    Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The tariffs have touched off a range of emotions along the world’s longest international border, where residents and industries are closely intertwined.
    Dee-Ann Durbin and Sally Ho, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2025
  • His approach to immigration and deportation continues to receive positive marks, and his border policies are seen as effective.
    Anthony Salvanto, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Warwick Davis, the British actor who has played various roles in the Star Wars franchise, got a tribute from Luke Skywalker himself as he was garlanded with BAFTA’s highest honor.
    Jake Kanter, Deadline, 16 Feb. 2025
  • One of the great monuments of world culture—a temple garlanded with masterful carvings—the Parthenon was designed by Phidias to celebrate the glory of Athens.
    Ralph Leonard, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Fringe was responsible for a lot of movement, flounce, and drama this Fashion Week.
    Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Steer clear of heavy flounces and statement prints that draw attention to your fuller bust.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Grande’s ruby-red performance gown, meanwhile, was a bustier ball gown embroidered with over 150,000 beads, sequins, and Swarovski crystals, and finished with a flowing tulle train.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
  • During those visits, Zelensky wore a simple sweatshirt—also embroidered with the trident.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Mar. 2025

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“Furbelow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furbelow. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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