pelage

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 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 This puppy has all its limbs, pelage – fur, even whiskers. Fox News, 4 Dec. 2019
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Noun
  • The Min Bed from Design Within Reach is paired with custom wall-to-wall headboard panels in wool fabric from Holland & Sherry.
    Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The Berber women use wool from the ancient, native Siroua sheep breed, dyeing material with natural colors, practicing the centuries-old classic Berber knot to create the striking patterns.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Founded in 2009, the company is Crawford's skin and hair care product collection.
    Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Bonnie Raitt Much like her fiery red hair, Bonnie Raitt's impact on the music industry (and the world) is unmistakable.
    David Oliver, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • For example, Yancy reports that a grant from the Rotary Club of Detroit to a Prince Hall Affiliated Freemasonry lodge was used to purchase winter coats and boots for students attending Carleton Elementary School located at 11724 Casino Ave.
    Scott Talley, Detroit Free Press, 15 Dec. 2024
  • In addition to producing one-of-kind pieces, Stewart also sourced designer items — and yes, that includes the Dior coat that makes an appearance when Amanda arrives in England.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024

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“Pelage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pelage. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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