1. A gathered strip or pleated border of a skirt or petticoat. 2. (Furbelows) Showy ornaments or trimmings.
verb
1. Adorn with trimmings.
"Most of the office dressed business casual, but Katia arrived to work each day furbelowed with bold colors, vintage styles, and eye-catching jewelry."
"I find taking the time to furbelow myself before I leave the house gives me more confidence."
"This outfit needs a few more furbelows to make it complete."
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French, late 17th century
"Furbelow" comes from the French term "falbala," which describes a ruffle or flashy ornament. In English, it can be used as a verb ("to be furbelowed in finery") or as a noun for the bits of finery. ...
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