burr
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/bɜr/
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/bɜː/
rough or prickly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'burr' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'burre', where it referred to a rough or prickly seed case.
Historical Evolution
'burre' transformed into the modern English word 'burr'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a rough seed case', but over time it evolved to include meanings related to tools and sounds.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rough or prickly covering or shell of a seed or fruit.
The burrs stuck to my clothes as I walked through the field.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a small rotary cutting tool with a rough edge, used in dentistry or surgery.
The dentist used a burr to shape the filling.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/03 14:12