coarse-haired
Definition
Adjective: * Having hair or fur that is rough, thick, and not fine or soft to the touch.
Usage
This adjective is used to describe animals, and sometimes people, whose hair or fur has a rough, thick texture. It is a compound word formed from "coarse" (meaning rough) and "haired" (meaning having hair).
Examples
- The coarse-haired terrier was bred for hunting in rough terrain.
- They adopted a coarse-haired dog from the shelter.
- The mammal's coarse-haired coat provided protection against the cold, wet climate.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used in biological or zoological descriptions to classify or note a physical characteristic of a species or breed.
- The coarse-haired variety of the species is more common in northern regions.
Variants and Related Words
- Coarse-coated (adj): Having a rough-textured coat of fur. Often used interchangeably with "coarse-haired."
- The coarse-coated rabbit shed its fur in the spring.
- Wire-haired (adj): Specifically having stiff, wiry hair, which is a type of coarse hair. This term is very common for describing dog breeds.
- She prefers wire-haired fox terriers.
Synonyms
- Bristly
- Wiry
- Rough-coated
Antonyms
- Fine-haired
- Silky-haired
- Smooth-coated
Adjective
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having coarse hair or fur
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