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fuzz

 

[ fสŒz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

data processing

A representation of a word with a spelling mistake or a variation of the original word that allows for approximate matching in search algorithms.

Synonyms

approximation, mistake, variation

Examples of usage

  • The search algorithm identified 'fuzz' as a possible match for 'fizz'.
  • The system uses fuzzy matching to find similar words in the database.
Context #2 | Noun

textiles

Fine, soft fibers on the surface of a fabric, which gives it a velvety texture.

Synonyms

fluff, nap, pile

Examples of usage

  • The sweater was made from a fabric with a soft fuzz on the outside.
  • The blanket had a cozy feel due to the fuzz on its surface.

Translations

Translations of the word "fuzz" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fuzz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคœเคผ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rauschen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szum

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใ‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bourdonnement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zumbido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uฤŸultu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žก์Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุถุฌูŠุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกum

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกum

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ™ช้Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ suรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ›แƒแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™s-kรผy

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zumbido

Etymology

The word 'fuzz' has a complex history, with origins in Old English and Middle English. Initially used to describe a soft, indistinct object in the 15th century, it later evolved to represent a state of confusion or a mistake in the 18th century. Over time, 'fuzz' has taken on multiple meanings, ranging from textiles to data processing, reflecting its versatile nature.

See also: fuzzily, fuzzy.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,410, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.