Meaning Of The Word Hackles

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What's The Definition Of Hackles?

hackles in American English
the erectile hair on the back of an animal's neck

hackles in British English
plural noun: the hairs on the back of the neck and the back of a dog, cat, etc, which rise when the animal is angry or afraid

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