Definition

Having whiskers or hair-like projections, often used to describe animals with prominent facial hair.

Example

The whiskered cat looked curiously at the bird outside the window.

Conversation

Did you see that whiskered cat in the park yesterday?

Yeah, it was so cute and fluffy!

I wonder what breed it is; I've never seen a cat with such whiskered features.

Me neither! We should ask the owner next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Whiskered → It is formed from "whisker" (from Middle English *whisker*, meaning a hair or bristle) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "whiskered" describes something that has whiskers or is characterized by whiskers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'whisker' as a hair or bristle, and remember that 'whiskered' means having those hairs or bristles.

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