pompon

Cheerleader's shaking accessory

A pompon is a decorative ball of fluffy material—yarn, paper, or fabric strips—used as an ornament on clothing, especially hats, or as a prop by cheerleaders.

The spelling pom-pom is equally common.

Cheerleaders shake pompons during routines to add visual flair and emphasize movements.

The term also applies to certain varieties of chrysanthemum and dahlia with compact, globe-shaped flower heads.

fashion

trim

Remove unwanted edges

beanie · hat · scarf · bootie · slipper · pillow · blanket · edging · accent · adornment

cheerleading

squad

Small working group

choreography · pyramid · flyer · base · spirit · varsity · competition · chants · halftime · tosses

craft

yarn

Twisted strand for crafts

  • feltCompressed fiber textile
  • tulleFine net fabric
  • ribbonSlender ornamental strip

garland · wreath · DIY · handmade · scissors · glue · template · bundle · trim · accent

fluffy

soft

Yielding to touch

  • fuzzySoft and unclear
  • plushThick-pile soft fabric
  • downyHaving soft, fine texture

woolly · cottony · ball · tuft · puff · round · spherical · bouncy · textured · feathery

festive

parade

Ceremonial public procession

streamer · confetti · party · balloon · banner · float · homecoming · graduation · holiday · wedding

Categories
Opposites
decorative form/shape

pompontassel

Ornamental hanging cluster

fringe · streamer · pendant · drop · dangle

Phrases
Family

pompoms, pompom, pompons

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G