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Hispid vs Hippid - What's the difference?

hispid | hippid |

As an adjective hispid

is (obsolete) covered in short, stiff hairs; bristly.

As a noun hippid is

(zoology) any member of the hippidae.

hispid

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • (obsolete) Covered in short, stiff hairs; bristly.
    • The hispid hare inhabits forested areas.

    Derived terms

    * hispid cotton rat

    hippid

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • (zoology) Any member of the Hippidae.