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burr

/bɜːr/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does burr mean?

noun, verb

A small, hard seed or grain, especially one that sticks to clothing or skin. To produce a rough, grating sound, as of a file or a rough surface.

Example

"The farmer tried to remove the burr from his sock after working in the field."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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