pompon

A noun referring to a decorative ball of tufted wool or silk, often worn on a hat, or a dusky grey food fish found in warmer Atlantic waters.

• 🇫🇷Nom désignant un ornement sphérique et duveteux fait de brins de laine ou de soie, souvent porté sur un chapeau, ou un poisson commercial gris foncé des eaux chaudes de l'Atlantique.

1. Decorative ball B1 formal

   A small, fluffy ball made of wool, silk, or other material, often used as an ornament on clothing, hats, or accessories.

   • The cheerleader waved a bright red pompon during the game.
   • Her winter hat was topped with a large, fluffy pompon.
   • The costume was decorated with colorful pompons along the hem.

   🇫🇷pompon (ornement)

   Synonymes: bobblepom-pom

2. Fish species C1 formal american

   A dusky grey food fish found in warm waters from Louisiana and Florida southward, known for its mild flavor.

   • The local market sells fresh pompon caught off the Florida coast.
   • Pompon is a popular choice for fish tacos in the Gulf region.
   • Anglers often seek pompon for its delicate taste and firm texture.

   🇫🇷Pompon (poisson)

   Synonymes: pompano

• pompons plural form
• pompons' possessive plural form
• pompon's possessive singular form