NYT Dictionary

FOOFARAW

/ˈfu.fəˌɹɔ/
NounFOO-fa-rawfoo-fa-raw · 3 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2023, 2026

Meaning

Overly excessive or flashy ornamentation or decoration.

Etymology

Origin: French

First attested in the 1930s, of uncertain origin. Perhaps related to French fanfaron (“boasting”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

adoargy-bargybangarangbobberybrouhahabunfightbustlebust-upchaosferment

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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