das Deckhaar
Translation
topcoat, outer hair, guard hair
Examples
Das Deckhaar des Hundes ist sehr dicht.
The dog's topcoat is very dense.
Das Deckhaar schützt die Unterwolle.
The guard hair protects the undercoat.
Grammar Patterns
the topcoat ((of sb./sth.gen)) the topcoat of sb./sth. The fox's topcoat is red.
Similar Words
Synonym: Oberhaar (top hair)
Etymology
A compound of 'decken' (to cover) and 'Haar' (hair). Literally 'cover-hair'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the hair that 'decks' or covers the main undercoat of an animal.