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hairy

The correct spelling is hairy.

How to pronounce hairy

/ˈhɛəɹi/
adjective

IPA: /ˈhɛəɹi/

Say it like: Hay-ree

The correct spelling is hairy. Of a person, having a lot of hair on the body. For example: "a hairy man"

Usage Examples

a hairy man

hairy mammoth

She is a great admirer of hairy chests.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Of a person, having a lot of hair on the body.
  2. 2.Of an animal, having a lot of fur.
  3. 3.Of a body part other than the head, having hair growing from it.
  4. 4.Difficult, complex, intricate, or intimidating.
  5. 5.Causing anxiety or fright; terrifying, scary.

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