peach fuzz
"Peach fuzz" refers to the soft, fine hair that resembles the texture found on a peach's skin.
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Definition
B2Botany
(literal)The soft, fibrous material covering the skin of a peach fruit.
Example
- The peach fuzz makes the fruit feel velvety to the touch.
B2Human Appearance
(figurative, informal)Soft, fine hair that is lightly grown on the face, often seen in children or young adults.
Example
- He had a bit of peach fuzz on his upper lip, indicating he was starting to grow facial hair.
- Her cheeks were covered in peach fuzz, giving her a youthful appearance.
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