Where Did the Term Fluffing Come from?

"light, feathery stuff," 1790, apparently a variant of floow "wooly substance, down, nap" (1580s), perhaps from Flemish vluwe, from French velu "shaggy, hairy," from Latin vellus "fleece," or Latin villus "tuft of hair" (see velvet).

What does the slang term fluffing mean?

Vulgar Slang To cause (a man) to be sufficiently aroused so that he is able to have sexual intercourse, especially in a pornographic film.

What does fluff mean in British?

fluff in British English

(flʌf ) noun. soft light particles, such as the down or nap of cotton or wool. any light downy substance.