1. plural of puffer; fish that can inflate their bodies when threatened
Usage: marine biology
2. plural of puffer; people who puff or breathe heavily
3. plural of puffer; padded winter jackets
Usage: informal

Examples

• The aquarium has several puffers in the tropical fish section.
• Puffers inflate themselves to appear larger to predators.
• The old man and other puffers struggled up the steep hill.
• She bought two new puffers for the winter season.
• Puffers are popular because they’re warm and lightweight.
• Some puffers contain toxic substances that make them dangerous to eat.