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Stubbly - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Stubbly describes a rough, short growth of hair, especially on a man’s face when it has not been shaved for a few days. It feels coarse and uneven to the touch.

stubbly

/ˈstʌbli/ /ˈstʌbli/

Definition:

Covered with short, stiff hairs or bristles, especially on a man's unshaven face.

Synonyms:

bristly, rough, scratchy

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

smooth, hairless

Common Collocations:

stubbly chin, stubbly beard, stubbly cheeks

Derivatives:

stubble, stubbled

Usage Tips:

Use "stubbly" to describe rough facial hair or surfaces with short, stiff projections.

Common Phrases:

stubbly growth, stubbly texture

Etymology:

Derived from "stubble," meaning short stalks left after harvest, later extended to short facial hair.

Examples:

  • 1. His face was stubbly after three days without shaving.
  • 2. The stubbly texture of the carpet irritated her bare feet.
  • 3. He rubbed his stubbly chin thoughtfully during the meeting.
  • 4. The field was stubbly with leftover wheat stalks after harvest.

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