brushed
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.
Examples
3 of 5The 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.
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.
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.
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
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.
Quick Quiz
The interior designer suggested using ________ nickel for the bathroom fixtures to minimize the visibility of water spots.
Correct!
The correct answer is: brushed
Examples
The homeowner chose a brushed finish for the kitchen appliances to hide fingerprints.
everydayThe homeowner chose a brushed finish for the kitchen appliances to hide fingerprints.
Specifications for the new skyscraper include brushed aluminum panels for the exterior cladding.
formalSpecifications for the new skyscraper include brushed aluminum panels for the exterior cladding.
I really like the feel of this brushed cotton shirt; it's so soft.
informalI really like the feel of this brushed cotton shirt; it's so soft.
The experiment compared the surface friction of polished steel versus a brushed alloy.
academicThe experiment compared the surface friction of polished steel versus a brushed alloy.
Our product catalog now offers a premium brushed gold option for all luxury watches.
businessOur product catalog now offers a premium brushed gold option for all luxury watches.
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
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
Often Confused With
Blushed refers to the face turning red from embarrassment, while brushed refers to surface texture or the act of cleaning.
Crushed means flattened or broken by pressure, whereas brushed means treated with an abrasive or a brush.
Usage Notes
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.
Common Mistakes
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.
Memory Tip
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.
Word Origin
Derived from the Middle English word 'brusshe', originating from the Old French 'brosse', meaning brushwood or a tool made from twigs.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
The interior designer suggested using ________ nickel for the bathroom fixtures to minimize the visibility of water spots.
Correct!
The correct answer is: brushed
Related Grammar Rules
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a
A1A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.
I
A1The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.
for
A1Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.
not
A1A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.
with
A1A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.
he
A1A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.
you
A1Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.
at
A1A preposition used to indicate a specific point, location, or position in space. It is also used to specify a particular point in time or a certain state or activity.
but
A1A coordinating conjunction used to connect two statements that contrast with each other. It is used to introduce an added statement that is different from what has already been mentioned.
his
A1This word is used to show that something belongs to or is associated with a male person or animal previously mentioned. It functions as both a possessive determiner used before a noun and a possessive pronoun used on its own.
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