swansdown Syllabification: (swans·down)Pronunciation: /ˈswänzˌdoun/ (also swan's down)Definition of swansdown noun 1the fine down of a swan, used for trimmings and powder puffs. 2a thick cotton fabric with a soft nap on one side, used especially for baby clothes. a soft, thick fabric made from wool mixed with a little silk or cotton. swansdown in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of swansdown in the British & World English dictionary