mystacial

== English == === Etymology === From Ancient Greek μύσταξ (mústax) +‎ -ial. Compare moustachial. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /mɪsˈteɪʃəl/, /mɪsˈteɪʃi.əl/ === Adjective === mystacial (not comparable) Having a fringe of hairs suggestive of a moustache. Pertaining to the area around the vibrissae on either side of the muzzle of a mammal such as a rodent or cat. ==== Translations ==== === Noun === mystacial (plural mystacials) Any of the large rigid whiskers (vibrissae) that appear on the fleshy pads on either side of the muzzle of an animal such as a cat or rodent.