coarse-furred
- adjective
- Some breeds of dogs are naturally coarse-furred and require special grooming.
Examples
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The wolf was coarse-furred, its pelt bristling in the cold wind.
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The coarse-furred cat preferred to stay outdoors, regardless of the weather.
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The coarse-furred dog needed a bath.
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I prefer coarse-furred animals for their rugged appearance.
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Some breeds of dogs are naturally coarse-furred and require special grooming.
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The coarse-furred cat preferred to stay outdoors, regardless of the weather.
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The wolf was coarse-furred, its pelt bristling in the cold wind.
Synonyms
Hair that is stiff and coarse and feels hard like metal
Having hair that does not feel smooth when you touch it
Has thick, rough fur or a stiff coat
Having hair that is stiff and rough when touched
Having short, stiff hair that feels rough like wire, especially on some dogs
Covered with many short stiff hairs or small sharp points
Antonyms
How Rough
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word coarse-furred comes from coarse ('rough') and furred ('having fur'). Think of 'coarse sand' to remember the idea, so coarse-furred means an animal with hair that feels rough to the touch.