fur

Meaning

1. The hairy coat of various mammal species, especially when fine, soft and thick.
2. The hairy skin of an animal processed into clothing for humans.
3. A pelt used to make, trim or line clothing apparel.
4. A coating, lining resembling fur in function and/or appearance.
5. One of several patterns or diapers used as tinctures.
6. Rabbits and hares, as opposed to partridges and pheasants (called feathers).
7. To cover with fur or a fur-like coating.
8. To become covered with fur or a fur-like coating.
9. To level a surface by applying furring to it.
10. Towards; in the direction of.
11. Directed at; intended to belong to.
12. In order to help, benefit, gratify, honor etc. (someone or something).
13. To be used or treated in a stated way, or with a stated purpose.
14. Supporting, in favour of.
15. Because of.
16. Because, as, since.

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Sources

1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data