futz with
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To handle, tweak or mess with (something) idly, inefficiently or reluctantly.
Register: informal
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 “futz with” mean?
To handle, tweak or mess with (something) idly, inefficiently or reluctantly.
Is “futz with” formal or informal?
futz with is generally informal.