fursona

[fur-soh-nuh]

noun

1. an anthropomorphic animal character adopted as an idealized or stylized representation of one’s self, especially for use within the furry fandom.

   My fursona is a white bat with blue eyes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fursona¹

First recorded in 2000–05; fur(ry) ² ( def. ) + (per)sona ( def. )

Example Sentences

But after he adopts his "fursona", he is dancing in the street and sharing a long hug with his best friend Rock, who is dressed as a giant red and black German Shepherd.

Read more on BBC

"You probably know a furry and don't realise it because we are just everywhere," says Rock who, like Fennick, is not keen to reveal his human identity, preferring to be known by his "fursona".

Read more on BBC

Fursona and actual personality are linked together, and the animal avatar is no less authentic than your everyday self.

Read more on Slate

Naturally, part of the process involved creating a “fursona,” aka an animal alter ego.

Read more on Slate

A fursona can be an animal representation of who you are, who you wish to be, or a part of yourself you want to explore.

Read more on Slate