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whisker Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A long, projecting hair or bristle growing from the face or snout of many mammals, functioning as a highly sensitive tactile organ.
Usage Example
"The cat twitched its whiskers as it investigated the unfamiliar scent in the garden."
Strongest
vibrissa
Strong
bristle
feeler
• noun (Context 2)
A very small amount, distance, or margin.
Usage Example
"The reigning champion missed qualifying for the Olympic finals by a mere hairbreadth."
Strongest
hairbreadth
hair
Strong
fraction
smidgen
Weak
trace
• noun (Context 3)
The hair growing on a man's face, particularly on the cheeks and chin.
Usage Example
"The old sailor thoughtfully stroked his gray whiskers while gazing out at the stormy sea."
Strong
beard
Weak
stubble
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Whisker. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/whisker