If the dwarf-women were indistinguishable from dwarf-men to outsiders then they probably *did* have beards, especially since you never hear of a dwarf without one (Bilbo in "The Hobbit" feeling comforted that at least no one could mistake him for a dwarf, as he had no beard). There are more disconcerting things in mythology, but it's still hard to really picture a dwarf-woman with a full beard. Cultural background, no doubt.
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Father, dear Father, if you see fit, We'll send my love to college for one year yet
Tie blue ribbons all about his head, To let the ladies know that he's married.
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