underfur

noun

Definition of underfurnext
as in wool

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Recent Examples of underfur In contrast, New World porcupines—those found in North and South America—have individual quills interspersed with sensory guard hairs, bristles, and underfur. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026 The first coat is often dense underfur packed closely against the skin, like a warm base layer. — Wes Siler, Outside Online, 30 June 2022 The visitor center and gift shop are in a historic Matanuska Colony barn where visitors can purchase garments woven from qiviut, the underfur that combed from the musk ox. — Bob Hallinen, Anchorage Daily News, 4 May 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underfur
  1. wool
  2. undercoat
  3. coat
  4. pelage
  5. fur
  6. hair
Noun
  • Other in-flight amenities include noise-canceling headphones, large pillow, 100% wool blanket, and an amenity kit.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Combining wool for softness and rayon for lasting quality, the Haren rug brings serenity to your space; the subtle texture almost reminds us of a zen garden.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2026
Definition of wool
Noun
  • The breed has a short but thick double coat consisting of a coarse outer layer and a softer undercoat.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 June 2026
  • Indoor dogs often shed insulating undercoats and shouldn't be shaved in winter; their natural coats provide warmth.
    — Sergio Candido, CBS News, 24 Jan. 2026
Definition of undercoat
Noun
  • No one is willing to give up dinner at their favourite restaurant, let alone a stay at an iconic hotel, just to have one more coat or one more sweater hanging in their wardrobe.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Trench coats are classic, useful pieces that stand the test of time.
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 28 July 2026
Definition of coat
Noun
  • As temperatures drop and autumn gives way to the seemingly ceaseless snows of winter, some animals in northerly climes exchange their pelage or plumage of summer drab for the purest white.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
  • 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
Definition of pelage
Noun
  • There are also plenty more adventurous hats, some lined with fur, finished with sequins and bold patterns like leopard print.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • These rugs aren’t just simple flat weaves; machine washable styles include plush classics like shag and faux fur, sophisticated patterns, and an abundance of shapes and sizes.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 29 July 2026
Definition of fur
Noun
  • As the mastermind behind the Hollywood hair of stars like Stone, Lily Collins, and Zoe Saldaña — and the founder of Rōz Hair — her styling fingerprints decorate awards show red carpets and Instagram feeds alike.
    — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Engineered to protect hair from extreme heat, the Supersonic™ Travel uses intelligent heat control to measure temperature 100 times per second for healthier-looking, softer-feeling hair.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of hair

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“Underfur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underfur. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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