furry
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for furry, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Covered with fur, or resembling fur in texture.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use furry
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "fur" plus the adjective suffix "-y."
Full origin of furry →Frequently asked questions
What does “furry” mean?
The word “furry” means covered with fur, or resembling fur in texture. In plain terms, covered in or like fur; also (as a noun) someone involved in the furry fandom subculture.
How do you pronounce “furry”?
“Furry” is pronounced FUR-ree (/ˈfɜɹ.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “furry” in a sentence?
Here is “furry” used in a sentence: “The furry rabbit hopped across the lawn.”
What part of speech is “furry”?
Depending on how it is used, “furry” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “furry” a common word?
“Furry” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “furry” have?
“Furry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered with fur, or resembling fur in texture.
What is the difference between furry and fuzzy?
Furry specifically means covered with fur or resembling fur in texture, often describing animals or fur-like fabrics. Fuzzy is broader and describes anything covered with a soft layer of short fibers or hair, or something that is simply unclear or vague, a sense furry does not share.
What does furry mean as a noun?
As an informal noun, a furry is a person who is part of the furry fandom, a subculture centered on anthropomorphic animal characters. This use is distinct from the adjective sense describing something covered with fur.