tuft
nounUK /tʌft/
US /tʌft/
A tuft is a small bunch of hair, grass, or feathers that grows close together.
A little tuft of grass grew between the stones.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A small cluster of threads or fibers standing up on a surface, like on a carpet.
The carpet had soft tufts that felt nice under bare feet.
3. A group of small plants growing closely together.
We found a tuft of wildflowers near the fence.
4. A decorative bunch of threads or strands attached to something.
The cushion was trimmed with a red tuft at each corner.