Deerhair

/ˈdɪrˌhɛr/ noun

Definition

Hair from a deer, used in fishing flies, crafts, and traditional items like masks or clothing.

Etymology

From 'deer' + 'hair' (Old English 'hær'). Used in fly-tying and crafts for centuries, particularly valued for its buoyancy and texture.

Kelly Says

Fly fishers discovered that deerhair is naturally hollow and buoyant—making it perfect for dry flies that float on water surfaces imitating insects.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.