Bristly (adjective)

1. Having stiff or rough hairs or bristles.
2. Being rough or irritable in temper or manner.

Origin:

Late middle english word 'bristly' from old english 'bristlic' meaning 'having stiff hairs or bristles'.

Examples:

1. The dog's fur was bristly and felt rough to the touch.
2. The hedgehog rolled into a ball, its bristly spines pointing outward.
3. The bristly man refused to make eye contact and snapped at anyone who tried to speak to him.
4. The bristly brush was used to scrub the kitchen floor.
5. She touched the bristly beard and wrinkled her nose.