Bristly and Sinewy

Bristly

Bristly adjective - Covered with or as if with hair.

Sinewy and bristly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sinewy" instead an adjective "Bristly".

Nearby Words: bristle, bristling, bristled

Sinewy

Sinewy adjective - Having muscles capable of exerting great physical force.

Bristly and sinewy are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bristly" instead an adjective "Sinewy".

Nearby Word: sinew
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