1. Plural of horsehair; stiff hairs from the mane or tail of a horse, used in textiles, upholstery, and other products.
Usage: Usually used in plural or as a mass noun; Common in historical and traditional crafts

Examples

• The violin bow was strung with horsehairs.
• Horsehairs were traditionally used to stuff mattresses and furniture.
• The upholsterer replaced the worn horsehairs in the antique chair.
• Fine horsehairs from the tail made the best quality brushes.
• She collected horsehairs from the stable to use in her weaving projects.