poofery

English

Etymology

From poof +‎ -ery.

Pronunciation

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Noun

poofery (uncountable)

1. (slang, derogatory) Behaviour characteristic of homosexuals.
   • 2003, Larry Keveson, Before We Croak!, page 85:

     He wore a black, embroidered smoking jacket, over his shirt which was all ruffles and poofery, particularly the flaring, foppish cuffs, which looked like doily sweatbands, or garter belts for the wrist.