Definition

Having a coat of fur or covered with fur-like material.

Example

The little animal had soft, furred skin that kept it warm.

Conversation

Did you see that adorable puppy at the park yesterday?

Yes! It had the cutest furred coat I’ve ever seen.

I know, right? I just wanted to cuddle it all day.

Me too! Furred animals always make me smile.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Furred → It is formed from "fur" (from Old English *fūr*, meaning hair or coat of an animal) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past participle or adjective). The word "furred" describes something that is covered with fur or has a fur-like texture.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'fur' which refers to the hair of an animal, and remember that 'furred' means something that is covered in fur.

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