furred
Definition
Adjective: 1. Covered with fur: Describes an animal that has a thick, soft coat of hair covering its skin. 2. Having a fur-like coating: Describes an object or surface that is covered with a dense, soft, fine layer resembling animal fur.
Usage
The adjective "furred" is used to describe the state of being covered in fur. It is typically placed before a noun or after a linking verb like "is" or "was." * It is commonly used to describe mammals and sometimes toys or objects designed to mimic them. * It can also describe a texture or buildup on other surfaces, such as a "furred tongue" in a medical context.
Examples
- Before a noun:
- The furred creature darted into the underbrush.
- She held the furred toy close for comfort.
- After a linking verb:
- The inside of the old pipe was furred with mineral deposits.
- In some illnesses, the tongue may become furred.
Advanced Usage
- "furred up": (Phrasal adjective) Often used informally to describe something, especially machinery or pipes, that has become coated with a layer of scale or residue, impairing function.
- The kettle is all furred up with limescale.
Variants and Related Words
- Furry (adj): Very similar in meaning to "furred," often used interchangeably. "Furry" can also describe the quality of feeling like fur.
- A furry blanket.
- Fur (n): The soft, thick hair that covers the bodies of some animals.
- Furring (n): 1. The process of covering or trimming with fur. 2. A buildup of scale, especially in pipes or kettles. 3. Strips of wood or metal fixed to a wall to provide a level surface.
Synonyms
- Hairy
- Fleecy
- Woolly
- Coated
Antonyms
- Hairless
- Bald
- Smooth
- Sleek
Adjective
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covered with a dense coat of fine silky hairs
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furred animals
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a furry teddy bear
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