faff

/faf/

noun

  1. 1

    An overcomplicated task, especially one perceived as a waste of time.

    Adjusting this television is a bit of a faff.
  2. 2

    (typically in the phrase 'in a faff') A state of confused or frantic activity.

    She's in a total faff about tonight's dinner party.

Synonyms

verb

  1. 1

    To waste time on an unproductive activity.

    I decided to stop faffing about and get some work done.

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