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The cat's fur was soft.
What does Fur mean?
thick animal hair
Dictionary definition
The thick hair covering many animals.
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Thick fur keeps some animals warm.
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Fur color can help animals blend into their habitat.
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What does fur mean?
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to fur?
Coat is closest because fur means thick animal hair.
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Which word or phrase is most opposite in meaning to fur?
Bare skin is the opposite because it contrasts with fur, which means thick animal hair.
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MeaningFur means thick animal hair.
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Synonyms
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coatClose in meaning in many contexts.
peltClose in meaning in many contexts.
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bare skinUseful contrast for understanding the word.
scalesUseful contrast for understanding the word.
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fur
noun
furs
Plural form of fur.
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