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Hairball Definition & Meaning

hairball
noun
  1. a compact mass of hair that forms in the alimentary canal (especially in the stomach of animals as a result of licking fur)

"Hairball" in song lyrics

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  • "can a cat die from a hairball"
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Frequently asked questions

What does hairball mean?
a compact mass of hair that forms in the alimentary canal (especially in the stomach of animals as a result of licking fur)
What part of speech is hairball?
Hairball is a noun.

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