Definition

In a way that is covered with hair or resembles hair.

Example

The dog ran hairily through the tall grass, its fur flying in all directions.

Conversation

I just watched that new movie about the jungle, and it was so intense!

Oh really? I heard it gets pretty scary and hairily thrilling at times.

Yeah, there were moments where I was on the edge of my seat!

Sounds like a must-see, I love movies that keep me guessing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hairily → It is formed from "hair" (from Old English "haer", meaning the fine strands growing from the skin) and "-ily" (a suffix used to form adverbs meaning in a manner of). The word "hairily" means in a manner that is characterized by hair or having hair.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'hair' and remember that 'hairily' means doing something in a way that is characterized by hair.

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