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What does furry mean?
A member of the fandom devoted to human-like animal characters, and often to expressing that through art, a fursona, or a fursuit at conventions.
"He's a furry, and his con highlight is always the fursuit parade."
Origin
From 'furry' (covered in fur); the fandom emerged in the early 1980s.
Frequently asked questions
What is a furry?
A furry is a member of the fandom built around anthropomorphic (human-like) animal characters, often expressed through art, a fursona, or a fursuit.
What is a fursuit?
A fursuit is a costume of an animal character worn by furries, especially at conventions where fursuit parades are a highlight.
When did the furry fandom start?
The furry fandom emerged in the early 1980s and takes its name from 'furry,' meaning covered in fur.
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