stubble
nounUK /ˈstʌb.əl/
US /ˈstʌb.əl/
Short, rough hairs that grow back on a man's face after he shaves.
He rubbed the stubble on his chin and decided to shave.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The short dry stems left in a field after crops like wheat have been cut.
The farmer walked across the field of golden stubble.
3. Any short, leftover ends of something that has been cut.
The lawn was covered with stubble after mowing.
4. Short, stiff hairs or bristles on a plant or animal.
The dog's coat was rough stubble along its back.