1
2
3
as in pelts
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
furriers willing to pay good money for a lynx fur
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of furs
Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 16 Mar. 2026
The militia had first interrogated the Delaware and Mohican about the location of their material possessions before killing them to ensure a successful plunder of pewter, tea sets, furs, and clothing.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
On a grander scale, there were delicious faux furs and animal textures, and a series of glittery dresses with outsized hoop skirts.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Once the furs took off, clothes followed, in unlikely prints and vintage shapes that could only have been put together with a woman’s eye and a woman’s touch.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2026
According to the international non-profit Fur Free Alliance, more than 1,600 clothing retailers have agreed to stop selling furs.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Unexpected seatmates Momsen and Goldberg often nodded together in agreement as power suits and statement furs came down the runway, giggling at times due to Jones' commentary.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
In central dining tents, more blankets and furs make for a comfortable and cozy atmosphere.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 16 Mar. 2026
The militia had first interrogated the Delaware and Mohican about the location of their material possessions before killing them to ensure a successful plunder of pewter, tea sets, furs, and clothing.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
On a grander scale, there were delicious faux furs and animal textures, and a series of glittery dresses with outsized hoop skirts.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Once the furs took off, clothes followed, in unlikely prints and vintage shapes that could only have been put together with a woman’s eye and a woman’s touch.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2026
According to the international non-profit Fur Free Alliance, more than 1,600 clothing retailers have agreed to stop selling furs.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Unexpected seatmates Momsen and Goldberg often nodded together in agreement as power suits and statement furs came down the runway, giggling at times due to Jones' commentary.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furs
Noun
-
Raising the bar on fabric research, Moorer paired technical wools or cotton chenille with silk, and introduced the rare and naturally soft yak fiber to the outerwear range.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
-
Here, the clothes are defined by impeccable fabrics—cashmere, silk-linen blends, fine wools.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
The cold weather alone doesn’t guarantee piles of snow, though.—
Junko Ogura,
CNN Money,
20 Mar. 2026
-
More than half of the bulk trash piles were scheduled for collection by a contractor, with fees charged to the property owners.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The PlayLab staff will host a story time featuring books inspired by bison, along with a coloring craft event and a touch-and-feel experience with bison pelts.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
-
Avoid storing fur in plastic garment bags, warm, dry closets, or dank, humid areas like the basement, as this can dry out pelts and lead to cracking or shedding.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Reenactors in 18th-century military coats and tricorn hats filled the pews of one of the nation's oldest Catholic Churches on Tuesday before firing muskets outside and marching through neighborhood streets, marking the 250th anniversary of the day British forces evacuated the city.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
-
To start, Boyce applied two coats of Gel by Essie Fairy Tailor, creating a clean nude base.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering what’s changing in how fashion is made, scaled or engineered from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Mar. 2026
-
The living quarters represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, featuring approximately 78 materials ranging from ebony to fine leathers and custom furniture throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
My roots were yellow and my ends were orange…so many hairs came out of my head.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
17 Mar. 2026
-
After birth, hormone levels drop quickly and many of those hairs shift into the shedding phase at once, a process called telogen effluvium.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Jammies optional, naps discouraged.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
19 Mar. 2026
-
Planning around children’s schedules, including naps and feeding times, can reduce frustration during travel.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Much to the elation of the home crowd that stuck with the Gophers for 40 minutes through the ups and downs.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
21 Mar. 2026
-
Hawke says Wishful Thinking — in which a couple’s ups and downs turn out to have magical power over the world around them — appealed to her love of high-concept movies.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Furs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furs. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
