Foofaraw

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈfu.fəˌrÉ”/

Alternative forms

• foofooraw

Origin

First attested in the 1930s, of uncertain origin.

Full definition of foofaraw

Noun

1. Overly excessive or flashy ornamentation or decoration.
2. Fuss over something of little importance.
• 2013, October 13, Erik Adams, TV: Review: THE SIMPSONS (CLASSIC): “Lisa’s Wedding” (season six, episode 19; originally aired 3/19/1995), Yes, there’s a romance at the center of the episode, though it’s just as much of a red herring as the layers of futuristic foofaraw.