pelages

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

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Noun
  • To add to the exclusivity, a selection of women’s styles will debut at the pop-up, including day-to-night separates in silks and wools, with brocade and argyle patterns, as well as outerwear in a range of materials ideal for the coming winter months—such as leather, shearling, and mohair.
    Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The clear gel feels silky, not goopy, and holds hairs in place without breaking down into flakes.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • The woolly, deeply-lobed foliage of dusty miller is covered in tiny silver hairs that give leaves a silver to white sheen.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
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  • The formula includes celery seed (rich in strengthening fatty acids) and lots of vitamins (B5, E, and F), while the sheer pink hue can double as a lovely blush polish after two coats.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Moisture trapped in their coats or ears can lead to infections or skin issues.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
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“Pelages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pelages. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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