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Beard

Bihrd

/ˈbɪrd/

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beard

Dictionary meaning

Tuft of strong filaments by which e.g. a mussel makes itself fast to a fixed surface.

Examples

  • Houses bearded the top of the heights.

Synonyms: byssus

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