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Underfur

Description

Underfur refers to the soft, dense hair that grows beneath the longer and coarser guard hairs on various animals, especially mammals. It provides insulation and helps regulate body temperature.

Sense 1:

Noun: The soft and downy hair found beneath the outer coat of an animal.

Example sentence: The underfur of the arctic fox is highly prized for its warmth and softness.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Pertaining to or characterized by the presence of underfur.

Example sentence: The underfur layer provides excellent insulation for animals living in frigid climates.