Whiskered

usgb/ˈwɪskərd/
adjective

Having whiskers, which are the long hair on a cat's face or similar on some other animals.

The whiskered cat rubbed against my leg.
Visual representation of "whiskered" - Having whiskers, which are the long hair on a cat's face or similar on some other animals.

Often appears as...

  • whiskered cat
  • whiskered seal
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Animal Context

Use 'whiskered' to describe animals with distinct long hairs, mostly on the face.

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A whiskered walrus was spotted on the ice.
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Not Humans

'Whiskered' is unusual for human facial hair, more common for animals.

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The zoo's new exhibit features a whiskered lion.
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Descriptive Imagery

The term 'whiskered' can create a vivid image of an animal’s appearance.

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The whiskered dolphin swam gracefully by the boat.
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