pilose

adjective

pi·​lose ˈpī-ˌlōs How to pronounce pilose (audio)
: covered with usually soft hair
pilosity
pī-ˈlä-sə-tē How to pronounce pilose (audio)
noun

Word History

Etymology

Latin pilosus, from pilus hair

First Known Use

1712, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pilose was in 1712

Dictionary Entries Near pilose

Pilosa

pilose

pilosine

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“Pilose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pilose. Accessed 1 Apr. 2023.

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pilose

adjective
pi·​lose ˈpī-ˌlōs How to pronounce pilose (audio)
: covered with usually soft hair
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