ruffed

American  

[ruhft] / rʌft /

adjective

1. displaying or wearing a ruff.

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Other Word Forms

• unruffed adjective

Etymology

Origin of ruffed

First recorded in 1570–80; ruff ¹ + -ed ²

Example Sentences

You’ll find everything from red pandas to critically endangered black-and-white ruffed lemurs.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

A poodle, coiffed to make pompoms of its torso and tail, stands on its hind legs: puffed, ruffed and bum-padded, just like the ladies being fitted for bums.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2025

For ruffed grouse, being unusual is more of the norm.

From New York Times • Dec. 15, 2023

"Not only do ruffed grouse play an important role in the ecosystem, but they are also really interesting," Avery said.

From Science Daily • Oct. 4, 2023

Ghost was trotting along beside Jon's horse with tail held high, his white fur ruffed up thick against the rain.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin