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the hair that grow on the chin and sides of a man’s face
a hairy growth on or near the face of certain mammals
a tuft of strong filaments by which certain shellfish, such as mussels, attach themselves to a surface
a person used as a date or partner to hide someone's sexual orientation
SlangWhat is the origin and meaning of the word "beard"?
In LGBTQIA+ slang, a beard is a person who serves as a date, partner, or spouse to someone who is hiding their sexual orientation, often to avoid suspicion or social stigma. The term has been in use since at least the mid-20th century and is most commonly associated with closeted gay men dating women to appear heterosexual, though it can apply to any gender combination. While sometimes used humorously, it also reflects the pressures of heteronormativity and the lengths people may go to protect their privacy or safety.
a tuft or fringe of hairs or bristles on certain plants, such as irises or grasses
to form or run along the edge or border of something in a way that resembles a beard around a chin
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