hispid
Pronunciation: /ˈhispid
adjective
Botany & Zoology
Covered with stiff hair or bristles.
Origin
mid 17th century: from Latin hispidus.
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Hairy Harry married hirsute Mary.
Their kids came soon. They didn't tarry.
They all were bushy, bearded, scary.
Most lacked hispid bristles, except for Larry.
