unhair

unhair
—unhairer, n.
/un hair"/, v.t.
1. to remove the hair from, as a hide in preparation for tanning.
2. to remove the guard hairs from, as for a pelt or animal skin to be made into a garment.
v.i.
3. to become hairless: After soaking, the hides unhair easily.
[1350-1400; ME unheeren. See UN-2, HAIR]

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