brush
Plural
brushes
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an object that has hair or thin pieces of plastic or wood attached to a handle that we use for making our hair tidy
- I usually use a brush with natural bristles to distribute oils in my hair.
- She used a brush to smooth out the knots in her hair.
- She uses a brush to style her long, flowing hair.
- The hairstylist used a round brush to create curls.
- We need a new brush for our pet's fur.
2
a tool with a handle and a group of hair or thin pieces of plastic, etc. connected to it, used for cleaning
- She used a brush to sweep away the dust from the shelves.
- Tom diligently scrubbed the grime off his shoes using a stiff-bristled brush.
- The maid employed a feather duster brush to remove dust from the antique furniture.
- The janitor carried a broom and a brush for cleaning different surfaces.
- Susan vigorously scrubbed the kitchen tiles with a sturdy scrubbing brush to remove stubborn stains.
3
an object that consists of stiff hair or a man-made substitute attached to a handle, used for painting
A brush is a tool used for applying paint, makeup, or other materials. It has a handle and a head with hairs, bristles, or fibers. Brushes come in various shapes and sizes, each designed for specific tasks like painting, drawing, or makeup. The bristles, which can be made from natural or artificial materials, help spread and blend substances evenly for precise and smooth application.
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the act of brushing your hair
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a very close yet incomplete or brief experience or encounter with a person or thing
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the act of brushing your teeth
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contact with something dangerous or undesirable
10
a bushy tail or part of a bushy tail (especially of the fox)
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conducts current between rotating and stationary parts of a generator or motor