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Adjective: An anthropomorphic subject; that is, a fictional character or concept that blends non-human characteristics with human characteristics. The term is commonly referred to as 'Furry', because many easy examples can be made by thinking of popular animal-anthropomorphic characters, both in children's media (Bugs Bunny, Mickey Mouse, etc.) and adult's media. (Anime 'cat' girls, Playboy 'bunnies', etc.) Technically, although it may be stretching a little, the term 'Furry' can be applied to anything that combines the two human and non-human characteristics, and need not necessarily be limited to mammalian (The roaches in 'Joe's Apartment', mythical creatures such as dragons or unicorns) or even zoocentric (The computer programs in 'Tron' and 'Reboot'. Transformers) qualities. Noun: A fan of furry subjects in culture, art, and literature. Some Furry (fans) are also Fursuiters, people who like to dress up as anthropomorphic characters. The term 'Furry' is not forward-or-backward-inclusive with such terms as Plushophile, Fursuiter, and Zoosexual. A person can be a furry fan without being a Plushophile, and likewise, a Zoosexual may not consider themselves a Furry. Some Furries like to mix in a little erotica with their fascination of furry culture, but that's just human nature. Not much different then the way some people attach a little sensuality to their cars or power hardware.

Adj: Bugs Bunny is an example of a Furry character. Noun: I like reading about Furries and collecting artwork. I am a Furry.

By Anonymous

A furry is an anthropomorphic animal character. Some examples of anthropomorphic characters would be cartoon animals featured in animation, such as Mickey Mouse or Bugs Bunny. Some may also appear as mascots or advertising characters, like the Exxon Tiger or McGruff the Crime Dog. On the other end of the spectrum, furries can be talking animals featured in fairy tales, such as Aesop's Fables or literature, such as Watership Down. The fans of anthropomorphic animal art and writing are also sometimes referred to as furries. Furry fandom is defined as the appreciation, promotion, and production of stories and art about anthropomorphic animals, as well as the exploration, interpretation and examination of humanity and human values through anthropomorphic expression. There are about a dozen yearly furry conventions across the United States, which feature events such as art shows, discussion panels, and charity auctions.

Furry fans have raised thousands of dollars for animal-related charities over the past five years.

By Reborn The Definition

1. To be covered in fur; fluffy; fuzzy. 2. Furry fandom. This is where this definition becomes a full out rant. Furry fandom is something widely controversed. To cover the most general of definitions, a person who is interested in (Note that I said interested in, not is sexually attracted to) anthropomorphic animals. Some people believe that you are only a "Furry fan" unless furry is a lifestyle for you. Still others believe that even if you don't know the meaning of the fandom, if you like anthro animals then you're a furry. To each his own. Personally, I think it's about choice. Many furries create alter-egos/roleplay characters/ect. that are often called "fursonas". Y'know, furry personas? A lot of people assume all sorts of strange things about people who call themselves furries. I have personal experiance with this one, folks. Let me tell you something: We are NORMAL PEOPLE. Some us are male, some female, some straight, some gay, some have jobs, some don't. We are not all automatically people who have sex in animal costumes. There certainly ARE some people like this within the fandom, but don't act like we are all the same. If it worked that way, then because Shakespear is dead, and some frogs are dead, then Shakespear was a frog. I hope I have helped you instead of wasted your time, but that's my two cents.

My cat is really furry, but he sheds a lot. I like furry art.

By Grey Eyed Spaz

A person who is interested in/attracted to the idea of anthropomorphic animals. The furry subculture is stereotypically associated with only wearing elaborate ‘fursuits’, however it is argued that there are different tiers of furry. Some furries show some interest in the subculture and partake in the communities. This could be an attraction to a cartoon anthropomorphic animal, or simply liking furry art. However there are some hardcore furries, whom will most likely own a fursuit and have a fursona. Some individuals believe themselves to be non-human and do not identify as anything other than the animal they are portraying. Sometimes they even engage in sexual activity, which in the furry fandom is known as yiff. Some furries can often be identified by their actions, and habits. Some examples of furry behaviour is making animal noises, partaking in furry communities, showing interest in furry orientated games and even mentioning furry related things as casual conversation. Furry is often used as an insult, however to those in the furry fandom it is a way of life.

“Xenev identifies as a furry” “Xenev brought a new fursuit the other day. He is officially a furry. Him and tifsar will be engaging in yiff tonight”

By whoknowslol

To be a fan of or largely intrested anthropomorphic creatures, furries can often be seen in animal costumes dressed as foxes or wolfs aswell as other animals they're often discriminated against largely due to the odd nature of the fandom. Some people believe being a furry will lead to a form of beasteality because of the more sexual side of the fandom often containing porn of comic animals with anatomically correct genetalia which is concerning to say the least.

Liam is a furry who wears a realistic fox costume.

By Thebignutinyourmomsass