Meaning & Definition of word "Fur"

Fur

/fɜːr/

1. The short, fine, soft hair that covers the skin of many mammals.
- Example: The rabbit has a thick coat of fur that keeps it warm in winter.
2. The fur of a specific animal, often used in fashion or craft.
- Example: She wore a beautiful coat made of fox fur to the gala.
3. A type of fabric resembling the appearance or texture of animal fur.
- Example: The designer used faux fur for the jacket to promote animal-friendly fashion.

●From Middle English 'furre', derived from Old French 'forre', based on Latin 'furra’.

to throw someone to the wolves:

to abandon someone to a difficult situation.

fur flying:

a situation of great excitement or conflict.

fur is flying:

used to describe an argument or fight.

pelt:

The skin of an animal with its hair or wool.

wool:

The curly hair of sheep, often used to make clothing.

coat:

The outer covering of hair, fur, or feathers on an animal.

Meaning: To fur someone's emotions.

● Example Sentence: She really furred him up with her sweet words.

Meaning: Furry or soft items.

● Example Sentence: I love that furry blanket.