What is another word for Setose?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛtə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
Setose is an adjective used to describe something that is bristly or covered in stiff, pointed hairs. Some synonyms for setose include spiky, prickly, spiny, bristly, thorny, barbed, and stiff-haired. These words all suggest a rough, scratchy texture, and can be used to describe things like the leaves on a cactus, the scales on a pinecone, or the fur on a porcupine. Other synonyms for setose might include rough-haired, coarse, or abrasive, all of which suggest a similar type of texture. No matter which word you choose to describe something that is setose, it's clear that it's not a very pleasant sensation to touch!
