hairs

noun

plural of hair
1
as in inches
a very small distance or degree a race that was won by a hair

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2
as in fibers
a thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair discovered hairs on the plant's stem

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3
as in wools
the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick has no hair, but wears a wig a coat made of camel's hair

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Recent Examples of hairs Hair grows in different cycles, and the laser only affects hairs in a particular phase of their growth. — The Editors, Robb Report, 19 July 2026 Unlike a razor, which simply cuts hair at the surface, an epilator removes it from the root by mechanically plucking multiple hairs at once. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 17 July 2026 The brand state clinical testing demonstrated up to 19,000 hairs retained, up to 70% of participants showing fewer greys, and 100% showing an improved scalp barrier after 3 months of nightly use. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Inside its leaves, which serve as a ‘trap,’ are tiny, sensitive hair-like structures called trichomes, also known as trigger hairs. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 14 July 2026 Massage it on rough, bumpy patches and areas prone to ingrown hairs for brighter, smoother, healthier-looking skin. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026 Patel steers clear of tight synthetic fabrics, especially underwear, which can set you up for rashes, ingrown hairs, and yeast infections. — Angela Haupt, Time, 7 July 2026 Raspberries in particular can be difficult to clean because they’re covered in tiny hairs that the parasite likes to hang on. — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 7 July 2026 Don’t let hard water stains, lime buildup, and other stubborn marks in your toilet, sink, or tub give you gray hairs. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairs
  1. inches
  2. fibers
  3. wools
  4. steps
  5. threads
  6. coats
  7. necks
Noun
  • Another round of storms could bring an additional 2 to 4 inches of rain, with isolated spots getting up to 8, though forecast models suggest the heaviest rain may fall northwest of the areas hit hardest so far.
    — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • There is concern that heavy rains could lead to flash flooding, especially if the storms track across areas that saw 2 to 4 inches of rain on Thursday, the weather service said.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026
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  • With 86 percent of its synthetic fibers already converted to recycled alternatives, Canada Goose must now turn toward the complex task of tracing and mitigating the footprint of its natural fibers back to the farm level.
    — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
  • Bleach can help restore their bright appearance and tackle any stubborn stains, but using it incorrectly can weaken fibers and leave your towels looking worse over time.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 July 2026
Definition of fibers
Noun
  • Han works with Japanese fabrics, Irish linens and Scottish wools to create simple, understated and versatile silhouettes, with everything made in small factories in London.
    — Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
  • Although the word cashmere is sometimes incorrectly applied to extremely soft wools, only the product of the cashmere goat is true cashmere.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of wools
Noun
  • Fans wailed outside St James’ and Keegan stood on the steps to placate them, but then Les Ferdinand arrived and another Hollywood-upon-Tyne took shape.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Most services still route residents through PDFs, paper or in-person steps.
    — Brian Chidester, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of steps
Noun
  • If their knowledge stays in meetings or Slack threads, the rest of the organization falls behind.
    — Panos Siozos, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Main storm threads are frequent lightning strikes, gusty winds, small hail and locally heavy rainfall, according to NWS Melbourne.
    — Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Definition of threads
Noun
  • Instead, opt for neutral coats of paint, warm lightening schemes, and functional storage.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 20 July 2026
  • Bieber's nails were her preferred length and shape—medium almonds—and painted with a few coats of a creamy sky blue polish with a lilac-y undertone.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 20 July 2026
Definition of coats
Noun
  • When the players went for a walk around the pitch with their medals around their necks, Tuchel insisted that Steele go with them.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 19 July 2026
  • Giraffes are some of the most recognizable creatures on earth, with their towering height and craning long necks.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 18 July 2026
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