noun as in strong fondness

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rough, coarse

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Example:The old pillow with its rough cover was a stark contrast to the soft poil of the new one.

Definition:Covered in, of, or being textured fibers or masses of fibers that give a harsh, coarse, and undesirable frictional sensation.

From rough

Example:He could not stand the coarse wool that irritated his skin, opting instead for the fine poil fabric.

Definition:Of a coarse nature; of a type that is deficient in refinement or grace; inelegant.

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