as in shaggy
covered with or as if with hair
the sight of their unshorn heads is something that these male recruits will not see during their basic training
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Recent Examples of unshorn
Devout members of the Sikh faith are expected to keep their beards unshorn or avoid trimming them to display their commitment to their religion.
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James Queallystaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2023
Baptized Sikhs are required to carry or maintain the five articles of the Sikh faith: kesh (unshorn hair), kara (steel bracelet), kanga (small wooden comb), kachera (undershorts) and a kirpan (resembling a knife or sword).
—Brahmjot Kaur, NBC News, 26 Sep. 2022
The organization also pointed to its 2014 survey that found Sikh children who have articles of their faith such as turbans, other head coverings and unshorn hair are bullied at a rate of 67%.
—Mj Slaby, The Indianapolis Star, 26 Feb. 2022
Unlike Samson, the unshorn hair on me and my son is a reminder of our strength, but not the source of it.
—Vanessa Hua, Time, 3 Nov. 2021
Six women raise their hands, flashing thick thatches of unshorn underarm hair.
—Washington Post, 17 June 2021
Many practicing Sikhs are visually distinguishable by their articles of faith, which include the unshorn hair and turban.
—Casey Smith, Fox News, 18 Apr. 2021
Keeping it unshorn and tied up in a turban is a key tenet of his religion.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 27 May 2021
James Queallystaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2023
Baptized Sikhs are required to carry or maintain the five articles of the Sikh faith: kesh (unshorn hair), kara (steel bracelet), kanga (small wooden comb), kachera (undershorts) and a kirpan (resembling a knife or sword).
—Brahmjot Kaur, NBC News, 26 Sep. 2022
The organization also pointed to its 2014 survey that found Sikh children who have articles of their faith such as turbans, other head coverings and unshorn hair are bullied at a rate of 67%.
—Mj Slaby, The Indianapolis Star, 26 Feb. 2022
Unlike Samson, the unshorn hair on me and my son is a reminder of our strength, but not the source of it.
—Vanessa Hua, Time, 3 Nov. 2021
Six women raise their hands, flashing thick thatches of unshorn underarm hair.
—Washington Post, 17 June 2021
Many practicing Sikhs are visually distinguishable by their articles of faith, which include the unshorn hair and turban.
—Casey Smith, Fox News, 18 Apr. 2021
Keeping it unshorn and tied up in a turban is a key tenet of his religion.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 27 May 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unshorn
Adjective
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Labor of love sometimes translates as a low budget or shaggy overall appearance.—
Scott Phillips,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Barr — who is tall with long, shaggy hair and was dressed like a surfer the day of our interview — has never been afraid to try new things in pursuit of adventure.—
Salvador Rodriguez,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Can the Cubs feel confident that their relievers will deliver them through a hairy situation when the chips are down?—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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What to know about tarantula mating season and where to see the hairy spiders.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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These silky drawstring pants from Quince come in beautiful, subtle shades like smoke gray and navy, and are made with 100% mulberry silk with a satin finish.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
15 Aug. 2025
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With its long, silky coat and striking appearance, the breed is also known for its spirited nature, which can make early training an energetic undertaking.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Unshorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unshorn. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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