le pelage
coat · fur
C'est l'ensemble des poils qui recouvrent le corps d'un animal.
Pelage
Meaning: The word "pelage" in French refers to the coat of hair, fur, or wool that covers an animal. It is used primarily in zoology and veterinary contexts to describe the natural covering found on mammals.
Parts:
- "pel-" (related to skin or fur)
- The suffix "-age" indicates a noun referring to the process, result, or collective property.
Explanation:
- Pelage is essentially the fur or hair covering that protects animals from weather conditions and helps in camouflage.
- It can vary according to species, season, and age of the animal.
Synonyms:
- Fourrure (fur)
- Poil (hair or fur)
- Manteau (coat, in the context of animals)
Antonyms:
- Nudité (nakedness, lack of fur or hair)
Summary:
Pelage = the natural fur or hair covering of animals, protective and characteristic of their species.
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Examples
Le chat a un beau pelage.noun
The cat has a beautiful coat.
Les loups ont perdu une partie de leur pelage pendant l’hiver.noun
The wolves lost part of their fur during the winter.
Le pelage de cet animal devient plus épais quand il fait froid.noun
The fur of this animal becomes thicker when it is cold.
Le pelage du renard brille sous la lumière du matin.noun
The fur of the fox shines under the morning light.
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