Furry: meaning, definitions and examples

This was likely an accidental duplicate in the list and the description should be combined with the first 'furry'.

This word describes something or someone with a lot of hair. Depending on the context, it can have a neutral or negative connotation, especially when referring to humans.

• The man’s hairy chest was visible through his shirt
• They encountered a hairy situation while hiking in the jungle

This term is often used to describe something that is light, soft, and full, like a pillow or a cloud. It can also imply lightheartedness or lack of seriousness.

• She enjoys wearing fluffy slippers in the morning
• The cake was so fluffy it practically melted in your mouth

Typically used to describe something made of or resembling wool, which is thick and soft. It can also figuratively describe something that's unclear or confusing.

• The sheep were covered in woolly fleece
• His explanation was a bit woolly, and I couldn't follow it