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What is fur in English?

Fur is a word that can refer to a few things in English:

* The dense, hairy coat of an animal: This is the most common meaning of the word. For example, "The fox has beautiful red fur."

* A piece of clothing made from the skin and hair of an animal: This can be a coat, jacket, hat, or any other garment made from fur. For example, "She wore a fur coat to the party."

* The soft, downy hair that grows on some fruits: This is a less common usage, but it can refer to the fuzz on a peach, for example.

The word "fur" is often used in a general sense, but it can also be used more specifically to describe the fur of a particular animal, such as "mink fur" or "rabbit fur."

Here are some other words that are similar in meaning to "fur":

* Pelt: This refers to the skin and hair of an animal, especially when it is prepared for use as clothing.

* Coat: This can refer to the fur of an animal or to a piece of clothing made from fur.

* Hair: This is a more general term for the growth of hair on an animal's body.

* Wool: This refers to the soft, curly hair of sheep.

* Down: This refers to the soft, fluffy feathers of birds.

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