What is another word for hairs?

Common synonyms for hairs include hair, pilus, fuzz, whisker, tomentum.

What is the opposite of hairs?

Antonyms of hairs include baldness, smoothness, bareness, sheen, gloss.

Synonyms for

Hairs

Verb / herz / Another word for hairs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The plural form of hair which refers to the strands that grow on the head or body.

Synonyms & similar words

hair pilus fuzz whisker tomentum hairsbreadth haircloth strands locks tresses mane fur bristles filaments fibers whiskers quills spines feathers down plumage pelage wool fleece hairdo coiffure hairstyle

Synonyms by register

Formal

filaments strands fibers

Informal

locks tresses mane

Literary

locks tresses mane

Antonyms

baldness smoothness bareness sheen gloss

Common collocations

split hairs
fine hairs
long hairs
short hairs
thick hairs
thin hairs
gray hairs
white hairs

Word family

noun hair

verb hair

adjective hairy

Usage note

The plural 'hairs' is typically used when referring to individual strands, especially when counting them or when they are noticeable. The singular 'hair' is used to refer to hair collectively on the head or body.