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naked-muzzled

naked-muzzled

9.9
An animal with a hairless nose and mouth area
  • adjective
  • /ˈneɪ.kɪdˈmʌz.əld/
translation icon : de hocico desnudo
  • The tapir is a naked-muzzled mammal native to Central and South America.

Examples

  • Certain breeds of dogs are known for their naked-muzzled appearance.

  • The naked-muzzled dog shivered in the cold.

  • The zoologist noted the naked-muzzled characteristic among the primates in the region.

  • A naked-muzzled breed often requires special care.

  • The naked-muzzled dog curled up under the blanket to keep warm.

  • Many naked-muzzled breeds have sensitive skin that needs protection from the sun.

  • In colder climates, naked-muzzled pets may need to wear sweaters for warmth.

Antonyms

furred
1 4.4

Covered with thick soft hair like an animal

How Hairy

furred
1 4.4
short-haired
4 1.3
naked-muzzled
9.9
hairless
26 1.7

Surface Forms

naked-muzzled positive

Morphology

naked-muzzled = naked + muzzled (transparent) = naked + muzzled

The compound combines two recognizable adjectives ('naked' + 'muzzled') to mean 'with a bare/hairless muzzle', so the meaning is directly derivable from its parts.

Etymology

Naked-muzzled combines naked ('not covered') and muzzle ('the animal's nose and mouth'), so it paints a simple picture of an animal whose nose and mouth are bare; that's why it means an animal with a hairless muzzle.