Hairy

adjective

/ˈhɛəɹi/

Word Frequency: 2.2

Definitions

1.adjectiveOf a person, having a lot of hair on the body.

"a hairy man"

2.adjectiveOf an animal, having a lot of fur.

"hairy mammoth"

3.adjectiveOf a body part other than the head, having hair growing from it.

"She is a great admirer of hairy chests."

4.adjectiveDifficult, complex, intricate, or intimidating.

"It’s a hairy problem, and will probably take several weeks to sort out."

5.adjectiveCausing anxiety or fright; terrifying, scary.

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