* Simple: The sheep had a fluffy tuft of wool on its forehead.
* Descriptive: She brushed the tuft of stray hairs from her chin, smoothing her dress.
* Figurative: The artist used a single tuft of paint to create a vibrant splash of color.
* Metaphorical: The lonely dandelion stood in the field, its single tuft of seeds a symbol of hope.
Let me know if you'd like to see more examples or have a specific context in mind!