a fabric with a nap that is longer and softer than velvet
"The luxurious plush sofa felt incredibly soft to touch, superior even to traditional velvet upholstery."
A textile fabric with a nap or shag on one side, longer and softer than the nap of velvet.
"The child's favorite teddy bear is covered in soft, luxurious plush that feels gentler than any other toy fabric."
In plain English: Plush is soft, thick fabric often used to make comfortable toys and blankets.
"The cat loved to nap on the plush rug in the living room."
Usage: Use this word to describe soft fabrics like rugs or upholstery that have a long, fuzzy pile rather than smooth surfaces. It is often confused with "velvet," but plush specifically refers to materials where the fibers stand up more loosely for extra texture and comfort.
A census-designated place in Lake County, Oregon, United States.
"Residents of Plush, a census-designated place in Lake County, Oregon, enjoy the scenic views from their homes."
The word comes from the French peluche, meaning fluff or plush fabric. Its modern sense of being luxurious likely stems from the fact that this soft material was once so expensive it was reserved for the wealthy.