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
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3.2
Hair that is stiff and coarse and feels hard like metal
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4.5
Covered with many short stiff hairs or small sharp points
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3.7
Having hair that does not feel smooth when you touch it
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5.1
Has thick, rough fur or a stiff coat
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5.8
Having hair that is stiff and rough when touched
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5.9
Having short, stiff hair that feels rough like wire, especially on some dogs
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.