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beaver

/ˈbiːvə/ /ˈbivɚ/

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noun

A semiaquatic rodent of the genus Castor, having a wide, flat tail and webbed feet.

Examples :

"The beaver chewed on a branch near the riverbank. "

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A hat, of various shapes, made from a felted beaver fur (or later of silk), fashionable in Europe between 1550 and 1850.

Examples :

"My grandmother's collection of antique hats included a beautiful beaver. "

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noun

The pubic hair and/or vulva of a woman.

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The fur of the beaver.

Examples :

"The coat was made of soft beaver. "

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Beaver cloth, a heavy felted woollen cloth, used chiefly for making overcoats.

Examples :

"My grandmother's old overcoat was made of beaver, a warm and durable cloth. "

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A brown colour, like that of a beaver (also called beaver brown).

Examples :

"The new couch had a beautiful beaver brown colour, matching the rest of the living room decor. "

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A man who wears a beard.

Examples :

"My uncle is a jovial beaver, always with a thick beard. "

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A portion of plate armour to protect the lower face and the neck, typically in two parts, called upper bevor and lower bevor.

Examples :

"The knight wore a strong beaver to protect his face and neck during the jousting tournament. "

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