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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ruffin

/rʌfɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does ruffin mean?

noun

A ruffin is a type of rough or unfinished edge on a piece of fabric, often found on a garment or textile. It can also refer to a person who is rough or uncouth in manner.

Example

"The seamstress carefully trimmed the ruffin from the hem of the dress to give it a more polished look."

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