fur
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Etymology
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Pronunciation
- IPA /fɜː(ɹ)/
Noun
fur noun
- The hairy coat of various mammal species, especially when fine, soft and thick.
- The hairy skin of an animal processed into clothing for humans.
- A pelt used to make, trim or line clothing apparel.
- A coating, lining resembling fur in function and/or appearance.
Verb
fur verb
- To cover with fur or a fur-like coating.
- To become covered with fur or a fur-like coating.
- To level a surface by applying furring to it.
Preposition
fur preposition
- Towards; in the direction of.“He was headed for the door when he remembered.”
- Directed at; intended to belong to.“I have something for you.”
- In order to help, benefit, gratify, honor etc. (someone or something).“Everything I do, I do for you.”
- To be used or treated in a stated way, or with a stated purpose.“The cake is for Tom and Helen's anniversary.”
Conjunction
fur conjunction
- Because, as, since.“I had to stay with my wicked stepmother, for I had nowhere else to go.”
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Synonyms
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