bristle
A short, stiff hair, typically one of those on an animal's skin, a man's face, or a brush. In a scientific or academic context, it refers to any stiff, hair-like structure on an organism.
Exemples
3 sur 5The old paintbrush had lost half of its bristles, making it impossible to get a smooth finish.
The old paintbrush had lost half of its bristles, making it impossible to get a smooth finish.
The document specifies that the cleaning apparatus must utilize reinforced synthetic bristles to ensure longevity.
The document specifies that the cleaning apparatus must utilize reinforced synthetic bristles to ensure longevity.
Ouch, your chin bristles are really scratchy; you should probably shave.
Ouch, your chin bristles are really scratchy; you should probably shave.
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Think of a 'Brush'—the 'Bristles' are the 'Bits' that 'Brush'. They are both stiff and prickly.
Quiz rapide
The toothbrush had such stiff _____ that it made my gums bleed.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : bristles
Exemples
The old paintbrush had lost half of its bristles, making it impossible to get a smooth finish.
everydayThe old paintbrush had lost half of its bristles, making it impossible to get a smooth finish.
The document specifies that the cleaning apparatus must utilize reinforced synthetic bristles to ensure longevity.
formalThe document specifies that the cleaning apparatus must utilize reinforced synthetic bristles to ensure longevity.
Ouch, your chin bristles are really scratchy; you should probably shave.
informalOuch, your chin bristles are really scratchy; you should probably shave.
Examination under the microscope revealed microscopic bristles on the legs of the specimen used for sensory perception.
academicExamination under the microscope revealed microscopic bristles on the legs of the specimen used for sensory perception.
Our new line of grooming products features ethically sourced hog bristles for premium exfoliation.
businessOur new line of grooming products features ethically sourced hog bristles for premium exfoliation.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
to bristle with
to be full of (usually used as a verb phrase)
hog bristles
coarse hairs from a pig used in brushes
bristle brush
a brush made with stiff hairs
Souvent confondu avec
Brittle means hard but easily broken, whereas bristle is a stiff hair.
Drizzle refers to light rain, whereas bristle refers to hair or texture.
Notes d'usage
As a noun, 'bristle' refers specifically to the individual stiff hairs. While it can be used collectively, it is most often seen in the plural form when describing brushes or animal coats.
Erreurs courantes
Learners sometimes confuse the noun 'bristle' with the verb 'bristle' (to react angrily or to be covered in). Ensure the context refers to a physical object if using it as a noun.
Astuce mémo
Think of a 'Brush'—the 'Bristles' are the 'Bits' that 'Brush'. They are both stiff and prickly.
Origine du mot
From Middle English 'brustyl', a diminutive of Old English 'byrst', meaning a stiff hair or spike.
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In Western grooming, 'natural bristle' brushes (often boar hair) are traditionally seen as higher quality and more sustainable than plastic versions.
Quiz rapide
The toothbrush had such stiff _____ that it made my gums bleed.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : bristles
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
unknown
A1A person or thing that is not known, recognized, or familiar. It often refers to a mysterious situation or a person who has not yet achieved fame or success.
of
A1A preposition used to show a relationship between a part and a whole, or to indicate belonging and origin. It connects a noun or pronoun to another part of the sentence to specify which one or what kind.
in
A1A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.
it
A1A third-person singular pronoun used to refer to an object, animal, or situation that has already been mentioned or is clear from context. It is also frequently used as a dummy subject to talk about time, weather, or distance.
on
A1A preposition used to indicate that something is in a position above and supported by a surface. It is also used to indicate a specific day or date, or to show that a device is functioning.
as
A1A conjunction used to compare two things that are equal in some way. It is most commonly used in the pattern 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to show similarity.
this
A1Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.
by
A1A preposition used to show the method or means of doing something, or to identify the person or thing that performs an action. It frequently appears in passive sentences to indicate the agent or before modes of transport.
we
A1The word 'we' is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people collectively. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause.
or
A1A coordinating conjunction used to connect two or more possibilities or alternatives. it indicates that only one of the options is likely, required, or true.
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