bristle

Entry Definition
(hairbrush, floor-brush) it feels stiff and bristly
(animal) having bristling hair, quills, feathers; (person) having messy hair
(animal) h/ fur bristles, h/ hair stands up in response to fear or anger; (porcupine) h/ quills bristle; (bird) h/ feathers are ruffled or fluffed up; (humorous: person) h/ hair is frizzy (e.g., after shampooing)