foofaraw

Meaning

1. (informal) Overly excessive or flashy ornamentation or decoration.
2. (informal) Fuss over something of little importance.

Synonyms

disturbance

finery

frills

fuss

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈfu.fəˌɹɔ/

Etymology

First attested in the 1930s, of uncertain origin. Perhaps related to French fanfaron (“boasting”).