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hairlike

/ˈhɛrˌlaɪk/

ADJECTIVE

1. Resembling or resembling the appearance of hair

Having the appearance, shape, texture, or structure of hair, especially in being fine, thin, threadlike, or filamentous.

1.1. Fine and filament-like structures

Describes something consisting of or resembling very thin, delicate strands or filaments, similar in appearance to individual hairs.

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Examples

  • Under the microscope, the scientist observed the intricate details of the hairlike structures on the plant's leaves.
  • Some microorganisms have hairlike appendages called cilia that help them move and gather food.
  • Tiny sensors embedded with hairlike fibers detected even the slightest movements in the environment.

Related Words

  • filamentous
  • threadlike
  • fibrous
  • stringy
  • bristly
  • pilose

1.2. Soft, fine, and downy texture

Describes a surface or material covered with fine, soft, delicate fibers that resemble the texture or appearance of hair or fine animal fur.

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Examples

  • The fabric was woven with hairlike threads, giving it a soft and luxurious texture.
  • The surface of the leaf was covered with a delicate, downy layer.
  • The material had a fine, fluffy texture that resembled soft animal fur.

Related Words

  • fleecy
  • cottony
  • woolly
  • wooly
  • fuzzy
  • linty

1.3. Rough or covered with hair-like growth

Describes a surface or texture that is somewhat coarse, shaggy, or covered with fine hair-like projections.

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Examples

  • The plant's stem had a rough, hairlike surface.
  • The animal's coat appeared shaggy and uneven under the light.

Related Words

  • bristly
  • brushy
  • bushy
  • hirsute
  • villous