fuss around
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To engage in useless, annoying or unhelpful activities.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fuss around” mean?
To engage in useless, annoying or unhelpful activities.
Is “fuss around” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.