B2 noun Neutral

brushed

/brʌʃt/

In technical and design contexts, a 'brushed' finish refers to a surface texture created by rubbing material with a fine abrasive, resulting in a matte, non-reflective appearance with fine parallel lines. It is commonly used in material science, architecture, and manufacturing to describe specific physical properties of metals or fabrics.

Beispiele

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The homeowner chose a brushed finish for the kitchen appliances to hide fingerprints.

The homeowner chose a brushed finish for the kitchen appliances to hide fingerprints.

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Specifications for the new skyscraper include brushed aluminum panels for the exterior cladding.

Specifications for the new skyscraper include brushed aluminum panels for the exterior cladding.

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I really like the feel of this brushed cotton shirt; it's so soft.

I really like the feel of this brushed cotton shirt; it's so soft.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
brushing
Verb
brush
Adjektiv
brushed
Verwandt
brushwork
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Merkhilfe

Think of a hairbrush moving in straight lines. A 'brushed' surface looks like it has been combed with many tiny, invisible needles to remove its shine.

Schnelles Quiz

The interior designer suggested using ________ nickel for the bathroom fixtures to minimize the visibility of water spots.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: brushed

Beispiele

1

The homeowner chose a brushed finish for the kitchen appliances to hide fingerprints.

everyday

The homeowner chose a brushed finish for the kitchen appliances to hide fingerprints.

2

Specifications for the new skyscraper include brushed aluminum panels for the exterior cladding.

formal

Specifications for the new skyscraper include brushed aluminum panels for the exterior cladding.

3

I really like the feel of this brushed cotton shirt; it's so soft.

informal

I really like the feel of this brushed cotton shirt; it's so soft.

4

The experiment compared the surface friction of polished steel versus a brushed alloy.

academic

The experiment compared the surface friction of polished steel versus a brushed alloy.

5

Our product catalog now offers a premium brushed gold option for all luxury watches.

business

Our product catalog now offers a premium brushed gold option for all luxury watches.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
brushing
Verb
brush
Adjektiv
brushed
Verwandt
brushwork

Häufige Kollokationen

brushed aluminum brushed aluminum
brushed nickel brushed nickel
brushed cotton brushed cotton
brushed steel brushed steel
brushed finish brushed finish

Häufige Phrasen

brushed aside

dismissed or ignored something

brushed up on

improved one's knowledge of something

brushed look

a specific aesthetic style characterized by matte texture

Wird oft verwechselt mit

brushed vs blushed

Blushed refers to the face turning red from embarrassment, while brushed refers to surface texture or the act of cleaning.

brushed vs crushed

Crushed means flattened or broken by pressure, whereas brushed means treated with an abrasive or a brush.

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Nutzungshinweise

While 'brushed' is technically a past participle of the verb 'brush', it is used as a standalone noun or adjective in the design and manufacturing industries to categorize a specific material finish. In academic writing, it often appears in descriptions of material preparation or methodology.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often treat 'brushed' as only a verb. They may also confuse 'brushed' with 'brushing' when referring to the ongoing process rather than the resulting state of the material.

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Merkhilfe

Think of a hairbrush moving in straight lines. A 'brushed' surface looks like it has been combed with many tiny, invisible needles to remove its shine.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Middle English word 'brusshe', originating from the Old French 'brosse', meaning brushwood or a tool made from twigs.

Grammatikmuster

Usually functions as an attributive adjective or a participle in a passive construction. When used as a noun in technical jargon, it is uncountable. The suffix '-ed' is pronounced as /t/ because the preceding sound /ʃ/ is voiceless.

Schnelles Quiz

The interior designer suggested using ________ nickel for the bathroom fixtures to minimize the visibility of water spots.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: brushed

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