fursona

noun

fur·​so·​na fər-ˈsō-nə How to pronounce fursona (audio)
plural fursonas
: the usually animal persona adopted by someone who is a furry (see furry entry 2 sense 2)
McDonald's fursona is a wolf named Syriah. It's her favorite animal because she has happy memories and feelings associated with the species.University Wire

Word History

Etymology

blend of fur entry 2 and persona

First Known Use

1997, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fursona was in 1997

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Cite this Entry

“Fursona.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fursona. Accessed 7 Oct. 2024.

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