- pronunciation:
- fuhr
- features:
- Homophone Note, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
Fur is the soft, thick hair that covers the bodies of certain animals. Cats, rabbits, dogs, bears, and many other animals have fur.
The cat licked her fur and kept it clean and shiny.
- similar words:
- coat
|
| definition 2: |
Fur is the skin of an animal that has such hair. It is used in the making of clothing or other items.
Diane wears her fur coat to keep warm in the winter. |
| definition 3: |
A fur is clothing made of fur.
People who live in cold climates often wear furs. |
| derivation: |
furless (adj.) |
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fir sound alike but have different meanings.