Horsehair \Horse"hair`\, n.
   A hair of a horse, especially one from the mane or tail; the
   hairs of the mane or tail taken collectively; Specifically: a
   black shiny fabric made of such hairs, used commonly in the
   1800's as a covering for stuffed furniture such as chairs and
   couches.
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   {Horsehair worm} (Zool.), the hair worm or gordius.
      
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