pumpuli — meaning in English

English meaning

• batting noun Soft fibrous material (cotton, wool, or synthetic) used to stuff quilts, mattresses, or padding.
• cotton noun A soft white fibre that grows around the seeds of the cotton plant, used to make thread and fabric.
• lint noun Small bits of soft fluff that collect on clothing or in pockets.

Senses

pumpuli is used for these senses in English:

• batting Special cotton for surgery.
• cotton wool (UK) Soft, absorbent cotton for medical or cosmetic use, protective padding, etc.
• lint A fine material made by scraping cotton or linen cloth; used for dressing wounds.

batting — full definition

1. noun Soft fibrous material (cotton, wool, or synthetic) used to stuff quilts, mattresses, or padding.
2. noun The action or skill of hitting the ball in cricket or baseball.

cotton — full definition

1. noun A soft white fibre that grows around the seeds of the cotton plant, used to make thread and fabric.
2. noun The plant itself, grown for its fibre.
3. verb Informal: to take a liking to someone or something, or start to understand it.

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