glossy hair; glossy fur; glossy coat
Refers to the healthy shine or luster of hair, fur, or an animal's coat. Often used in positive descriptions of appearance.
Her glossy hair was impressive.
This dog has a glossy coat and looks healthy.
Standard kanji spelling; 艶 is a hyōgaiji character but commonly used in this compound.
Mixed kana-kanji spelling; easier to read for learners.
Compound of 毛 (ke, 'hair') and 艶 (tsuya, 'gloss'). The reading けづや is a standard rendaku form.