Excessive activity, worry, bother, or talk about something.
They made a big fuss about the wedding plans.
A complaint or noise; a scene.
If you make enough of a fuss about the problem, maybe they'll fix it for you.
An exhibition of affection or admiration.
They made a great fuss over the new baby.
To be very worried or excited about something, often too much.
His grandmother will never quit fussing over his vegetarianism.
To fiddle; fidget; wiggle, or adjust
Quit fussing with your hair. It looks fine.
(especially of babies) To cry or be ill-humoured.
(with over) To show affection for, especially animals.
To pet.
He fussed the cat.