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 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 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
  • There are also coats with corset-like elements, balloon sleeves, suit dresses and wool blousons and capes, among other items.
    Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
  • The lineup also includes wool dryer balls ($24) that pair with alcohol-free laundry fragrance oil ($32).
    Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • After her skincare routine, Olivia gets her hair and makeup done, steams her voice, and puts on her onstage outfit.
    Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The harvesting of palm oil, for example, which is used in a number of beauty and skincare care products such as soap, shampoo, makeup, and hair care, is the cause of major deforestation and environmental devastation.
    Joshua Britton, Time, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Toss until butter is melted and evenly coats asparagus.
    Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The look was simple: a black Louis Vuitton crewneck sweater with light-wash straight-legged jeans, worn underneath a black below-the-knee coat from Maison Margiela, and a pair of black lug-sole boots.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025

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