A bunch of feathers, grass or hair, etc., held together at the base.

A cluster of threads drawn tightly through upholstery, a mattress or a quilt, etc., to secure and strengthen the padding.

A small clump of trees or bushes.

To provide or decorate with a tuft or tufts.

To form into tufts.

To secure and strengthen (a mattress, quilt, etc.) with tufts.