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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
  • 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
  • Repeat and Rebuild During each edging session, practice pausing and resuming multiple times.
    Suzannah Weiss, Glamour, 27 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
  • Pansies have so much personality, with all kinds of streaks and ruffles, and an incredible color range.
    Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Her pastel dress featured sheer paneling, lace embroidery and ruffle details.
    Ty Gaskins, WWD, 7 Feb. 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
  • Conservation challenges Rescues of smuggled spider monkeys at the southern border have made headlines over the past months.
    Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Mexico, for example, may have averted tariffs for now by agreeing to measures that are possibly not new to make its border more secure.
    Roger Trapp, Forbes, 17 Feb. 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
  • Made from soft navy velvet, each pouch is embroidered with star sign designs and can be used for storing make-up, handbag essentials or as an evening clutch.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The Speedy 40 and Montsouris backpack showcase the LV Blason Denim, with the logo embroidered in a variety of striking hues.
    Essence, Essence, 21 Feb. 2025

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“Furbelow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furbelow. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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