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

His stubbly cheeks felt rough against her palm.
Short Growth
'Stubbly' indicates short, emerging hairs, not long ones.

He rubbed his stubbly head, missing his long hair.
Not Freshly Shaved
'Stubbly' is used when someone hasn't shaved very recently, but not long enough for a full beard.

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