fur

US /fɚ/

UK /fɜ:(r)/

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noun

  • Hairy coat of an animal
  • Clothing item made with animal fur

other

  • The thick hair that covers the bodies of some animals.
  • Clothing made from animal fur.
  • A coating on the tongue, often indicating illness.
  • The skin of an animal with the fur still on it, used for clothing or decoration.
  • Material used for insulation.
  • Artificial material that looks like animal fur.
  • A strip of fur used to decorate clothing.
  • A coating of mold or similar substance.

other

  • To apply strips of wood or metal to a wall or ceiling to create a level surface.

Examples

elegant women in furs

a collar of fur