fur

UK /fɜː/ US /fɜː/
noun 6verb 3conj 1prep 1name 1

Definitions

noun

1

The hairy coat of various mammal species, especially when fine, soft and thick.

2

The hairy skins of animals used as a material for clothing.

3

An animal pelt used to make, trim or line clothing.

During the colonial period, Britain used Canada as a major source of furs.

4

A garment made of fur.

November 17, 1716, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, letter to the Countess of Mar wrapped up in my furs

5

A coating or lining resembling fur in function and/or appearance.

verb

1

To cover with fur or a fur-like coating.

2

To become covered with fur or a fur-like coating.

The college water supply was practically undrinkable because of its salinity and the pipes furred up so rapidly that they had to be replaced every few years.

3

To level a surface by applying furring to it.

conj

1

Pronunciation spelling of for.

Your note

not saved
0 chars