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hispid Meaning & Definition

/ˈhɪspɪd/

What Does Hispid Mean?

Hispid is an adjective that means Covered in short, stiff hairs.

Quick Facts About Hispid

Part of speechadjective
Pronunciation/ˈhɪspɪd/
Synonymshirsute and hairy
Comparative / superlativemore hispid, most hispid

Hispid Definition (Adjective)

  1. Covered in short, stiff hairs.

    The hispid hare inhabits forested areas.

Adjective

  1. (obsolete outside biology) Covered in short, stiff hairs; bristly.

    The hispid hare inhabits forested areas.

Synonyms of Hispid

Hispid synonyms and antonyms →

Hispid in a Sentence

The hispid hare inhabits forested areas.

Word Forms & Grammar

hispid (comparative more hispid, superlative most hispid)

Words That Rhyme With Hispid

Origin of Hispid

From Latin hispidus (“rough, hairy, bristly”).

Frequently Asked Questions About Hispid

What part of speech is hispid?

Hispid is an adjective.

What is another word for hispid?

Words with a similar meaning to hispid include hirsute and hairy. See the full list of hispid synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of hispid?

The comparative form is more hispid and the superlative form is most hispid.

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