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horsehair
noun horse·hair \ˈhȯrs-ˌher\
: hair from the mane or tail of a horse
Full Definition of HORSEHAIR
1
: the hair of a horse especially from the mane or tail
2
: cloth made from horsehair
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First Known Use of HORSEHAIR
14th century
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HORSEHAIR Defined for Kids
horsehair
noun horse·hair \ˈhȯrs-ˌher\
Definition of HORSEHAIR for Kids
1
: the hair of a horse especially from the mane or tail
2
: a cloth made from horsehair
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