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bristly

adjective bris·tly \ˈbris-lē, ˈbri-sə-\

bris·tli·erbris·tli·est

Definition of BRISTLY

a : thickly set with bristles <a bristly shrub>

b : consisting of or resembling bristles <a bristly mustache>

: inclined to or showing aggressiveness or anger <a bristly temperament>

1589

Synonyms: hairy, brushy, cottony, fleecy, furred, furry, hirsute, rough, shaggy, silky, unshorn, woolly (also wooly)

BRISTLY Defined for Kids

adjective bris·tly \ˈbris-lē\

bris·tli·erbris·tli·est

: of, like, or having many bristles <bristly whiskers>

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