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to fuss
01
to worry too much or pay too much attention to small details
Intransitive: to fuss about sth | to fuss over sth
Examples
She fussed over every detail of the party, making sure everything was perfect.
He fussed about the weather forecast, even though it was just a slight chance of rain.
02
to give someone excessive praise or attention
Intransitive: to fuss over sb
Examples
She fussed over him, telling him how amazing he was.
They fussed over the guest of honor, making sure he was comfortable.
Fuss
01
a state of nervous or restless excitement, often showing worry or anticipation
Examples
She was in a fuss trying to pack everything on time.
Do n't make such a fuss about the meeting — it'll be fine.
02
a commotion or complaint arising from irritation or annoyance
Examples
There was a fuss when the train was delayed.
She made a fuss about being served the wrong order.
03
a noisy, busy activity, often showing movement
Examples
There was a fuss of reporters outside the courthouse.
The market was a fuss of shoppers and sellers.
04
a quarrel, complaint, or disagreement over unimportant issues
Examples
They had a fuss over where to hang the picture.
The siblings got into a fuss about sharing toys.
