- pronunciation:
- fuhr
- features:
- Homophone Note, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the soft thick hair that covers the bodies of certain animals such as a bear or rabbit.
In winter, the bear's fur becomes very thick.
- similar words:
- coat
|
| definition 2: |
the skin of an animal that has such hair, used in the making of clothing or other objects.
The jacket is made of rabbit fur. |
| derivation: |
furless (adj.) |
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