"shorthair" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: shorthairs [plural]
Etymology: From short + hair. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|short|hair}} short + hair Head templates: {{en-noun}} shorthair (plural shorthairs)
  1. Any of several breeds of domestic cat with relatively short hair, slender body and large head. Categories (topical): Hair Categories (lifeform): Domestic cats Related terms: shorthaired

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