pelage

Definition of pelagenext
as in wool
the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick color variation in the snow leopard's pelage

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Recent Examples of pelage However, multiple studies over the past 50 years have highlighted the distinctions between different types of giraffe based on their pelage patterns, cranial and postcranial morphology, genetics, ecology, and behavior. Grrlscientist, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025 Most are taken in spring and fall when their pelage is out of sync with the current weather pattern. John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News, 12 Feb. 2023 Some exhibit a pale gray pelage similar to western coyotes, but others are blond, red, and even black. Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2021
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Noun
  • In middle age, though, the only seaway Melville encountered was the brackish Hudson and his journeys consisted of tabulating the wool unloaded from Manchester, rum from Havana, and tea from Calcutta.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
  • West Coast Knitwear Cashmere-wool Socks A great pair of cashmere socks will keep you warm and cozy.
    Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Police described Watson as 6-foot-1 and weighing 227 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
  • The multihyphenate model and wellness advocate is to feature in the dermocosmetics brand’s new skin and hair care campaigns.
    Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Meyer, meanwhile, wore a white graphic tee with black mini shorts and a Thom Browne top coat, W reported.
    Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Aside from its practicality at night, the coat is also a lightweight and stylish find that’ll keep you warm without overheating.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026

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“Pelage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pelage. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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