Definition

Having a soft and fluffy covering of fine hair or down.

Example

The lanuginous coat of the newborn animal kept it warm and cozy.

Conversation

Have you seen that new puppy? It's so lanuginous and cute!

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

I love how lanuginous animals feel; it's so comforting.

Totally! There's something special about their soft fur.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lanuginous → It is formed from "lanugo" (from Latin *lanugo*, meaning down or soft hair) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "lanuginous" describes something that is full of soft, downy hair.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lanugo' which refers to soft hair, and remember that 'lanuginous' means full of that soft, downy hair.

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