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brush Definition and Meaning in English (brush definition)

noun
Synonyms:sweepcombclean
Quick Answer • Definition

Brush definition: A tool with a block of bristles or other filaments, used for cleaning, applying paint, or arranging hair.

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Definitions of Brush

  1. 1noun

    A tool with a block of bristles or other filaments, used for cleaning, applying paint, or arranging hair.

  2. 2verb

    To clean, smooth, or apply something with a brush.

  3. 3noun

    A light, quick touch or stroke.

Example Sentences

casual

“She used a soft brush to clean the delicate painting.”

casual

“Don't forget to brush your teeth twice a day.”

casual

“I felt a light brush against my arm.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensebrushed
present participlebrushing
nounbrushwood
pluralbrushes
adjectivebrushy

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

brush offphrasal_verb

To dismiss someone or something casually.

brush up onphrasal_verb

To refresh one's knowledge or skill in something.

brush asidephrasal_verb

To ignore or dismiss something as unimportant.

Alphabetical:brunt•brush-off

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What is the meaning of Brush in English?▼
Brush definition: A tool with a block of bristles or other filaments, used for cleaning, applying paint, or arranging hair.
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'Brush' translates to 'brush' in English. Brush definition: A tool with a block of bristles or other filaments, used for cleaning, applying paint, or arranging hair.
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