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allergy |
a condition in which a person's body has an unusual reaction to certain things. An allergy can cause itching, coughing, sneezing, or trouble breathing. Allergies to animal hair, pollen, and certain foods are among the most common. |
Angora |
any of various animals that have long silky hair, such as a cat, rabbit, or goat. [3 definitions] |
bald |
having little or no hair on the head. [1/2 definitions] |
bangs |
a fringe of hair cut straight across the forehead. |
barber |
a person whose job is to shave, trim, or style hair and beards. |
barbershop |
a place where a barber cuts people's hair. |
barrette |
a small clip used for holding hair in place. |
beard |
the hair growing on a man's face. [2 definitions] |
black |
(usually capitalized) a person who has ancestors who came from Africa and who typically has dark skin, eyes, and hair; African American. [2/7 definitions] |
blond |
having light yellow hair. [1/3 definitions] |
boxer |
a breed of dog. Boxers have short hair, a square jaw, and a brown coat. [1/2 definitions] |
braid |
to weave together three or more pieces of material or strands of hair to form one length that looks like a rope. [2/3 definitions] |
bristle |
a short, stiff hair on an animal. [2/4 definitions] |
brow |
the ridge of bone above the eye, or the hair growing on it; eyebrow. [1/2 definitions] |
brunette |
a person with dark brown hair. [1/2 definitions] |
bulldog |
a breed of dog. Bulldogs are powerful dogs with short legs, short hair, and very strong, square jaws. |
bun |
a hair style shaped like a bun. The hair is gathered at the back or top of the head. [1/2 definitions] |
coat |
the fur or body hair of an animal. [1/5 definitions] |
collie |
a Scottish breed of dog. Collies are large dogs with long, narrow heads and long hair. They were once raised to herd sheep. |
comb |
a thin piece of plastic or other material that has teeth along one side. It is used to smooth, arrange, or hold hair in place. [1/5 definitions] |
cowhide |
the skin and hair of a cow, or leather made from the skin of a cow. |
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