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Meaning of the word hair in English

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hair

US /her/
UK /heər/
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Noun

1.

any of the fine threadlike strands growing from the skin of humans, mammals, and some other animals

Example:
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She has long, beautiful hair.
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There's a cat hair on your jacket.
Synonym:
mane fur coat bristle fleece
2.

a mass of such strands, especially on the head

Example:
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He ran his fingers through his hair.
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She got a new haircut.
Synonym:
tresses locks mane coiffure do
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