BRISTLE


Meaning of BRISTLE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ brɪs(ə)l ]

( bristles)

1.

Bristles are the short hairs that grow on a man’s chin after he has shaved. The hairs on the top of a man’s head can also be called bristles when they are cut very short.

...two days’ growth of bristles...

= stubble

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2.

The bristles of a brush are the thick hairs or hair-like pieces of plastic which are attached to it.

As soon as the bristles on your toothbrush begin to wear, throw it out.

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3.

Bristles are thick, strong animal hairs that feel hard and rough.

It has a short stumpy tail covered with bristles.

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