Hairy

/ˈhɛəri/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having hair; covered with hair.

The hairy monster lurked in the shadows of the forest.

Exhibiting a rough or bristly texture; shaggy.

He wore a hairy sweater that itched against his skin.

Figuratively used to describe a situation that is complex or threatening.

The project turned out to be a hairy situation with numerous unexpected problems.

Middle English 'hairy', from 'hair' + '-y' suffix.

hairy situation

A situation that is dangerous or tricky.

hairy moment

A moment that is frightening or stressful.

hairy as a bear

Used to describe something that is extremely hairy or wild.

hair

The thread-like strands that grow from the skin of humans and other animals.

fuzz

A soft, short growth or covering of hair or fibers.

fur

The short, fine hair that covers the bodies of many animals.

Describing a difficult or risky activity.

That last minute decision to jump was pretty hairy.

Referring to a frightening situation.

After that ordeal, it was a hairy ride home.