Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

matted

Adjective
/ˈmætɪd/
Definition
Formed into a mat or tangled mass.
Examples
  • The cat had matted fur due to not being groomed for a long time.
  • The artist used matted paper to give texture to the painting.
  • After the rain, the leaves became matted together on the forest floor.
Meaning
Refers to something being tangled or intertwined, often used in relation to hair, fur, or fibers.
Synonyms
  • entangled
  • twisted
  • knotted
  • intertwined