Horsehair
(noun)
The long, coarse hair that grows on the manes and tails of horses, often used in textiles, upholstery, and other products.
Origin:
The word "horsehair" is a compound word made of two words "horse" and "hair", refers to the long, coarse hair that grows on the manes and tails of horses.
Examples:
- The hair of the horse tail was used to make a brush.
- Horsehair fabrics are known for their durability and resistance to wear.
- Horsehair is used in upholstery, hat-making and also as a stuffing for musical instruments.
- Horsehair is used in the production of some types of paint brushes.
- The horsehair was carefully combed out before it was used to make the violin bow.