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Stubbly

usgb/ˈstʌbli/Volume
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Texture Description

Use 'stubbly' to describe a rough texture on skin, usually from hair growth.

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His stubbly cheeks felt rough against her palm.
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Short Growth

'Stubbly' indicates short, emerging hairs, not long ones.

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He rubbed his stubbly head, missing his long hair.
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Not Freshly Shaved

'Stubbly' is used when someone hasn't shaved very recently, but not long enough for a full beard.

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After a week of camping, he returned looking tired and stubbly.
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