stuffer

noun

stuff·​er ˈstə-fər 

1

: one that stuffs

2

: an enclosure (such as a leaflet) inserted in an envelope in addition to a bill, statement, or notice

3

: a series of extra threads or yarn running lengthwise in a fabric to add weight and bulk and to form a backing especially for carpets

Synonyms

• cormorant
• glutton
• gorger
• gormandizer
• gourmand
• hog
• overeater
• pig
• swiller

Examples of stuffer in a Sentence

the different kinds of hot dog eaters: the stuffer who downs it in two bites; the nibbler; the mustard loader

Recent Examples on the Web

Sprint was selling Nokia phones as stocking stuffers, and the copywriters penned some hyperbolic copy that turned out to be a prescient understatement, at least for newspapers. —Shelby Grad, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024

This set is perfect for stocking stuffers and includes Flaky Sea Salt, Lava Salt, Birch Smoked Salt and Arctic Thyme Salt. —Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

There are stocking stuffers and present ideas across home, fashion, beauty, toys, and tech — and the best holiday gifts start at $5. —Isabel Garcia, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024

Stocking stuffers are, above all, little treats and for me that usually means two things. —Carly Monardo, Bon Appétit, 3 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing stuffer

• stocking stuffer