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| Angora |
any of various animals that have long silky hair, such as a cat, rabbit, or goat. [2/3 definitions] |
| floss |
soft, silky thread used for sewing and embroidery. [1/4 definitions] |
| Irish setter |
a breed of dog. Irish setters have long red hair and a silky coat. |
| Pekingese |
a small breed of dog with short legs and long, silky, light brown hair. Pekingese were first bred in China. |
| spaniel |
any of several breeds of dogs. Spaniels are small to medium in size with short legs, long ears, and long, silky hair. |
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