Szczecina

Szczecina is a Polish word meaning "bristle" or "stubbles." It primarily refers to short, stiff hairs, often found on animals, such as pigs or boars. It can also describe similarly textured hairs on humans, typically referring to beard stubble or a short, prickly growth of hair. Figuratively, "szczecina" can be used to describe something rough or uneven in texture. The word is derived from Proto-Slavic *ščetina.