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.
Exemplos
3 de 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.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'Brush'—the 'Bristles' are the 'Bits' that 'Brush'. They are both stiff and prickly.
Quiz rápido
The toothbrush had such stiff _____ that it made my gums bleed.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: bristles
Exemplos
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.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
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
Frequentemente confundido com
Brittle means hard but easily broken, whereas bristle is a stiff hair.
Drizzle refers to light rain, whereas bristle refers to hair or texture.
Notas de uso
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.
Erros comuns
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.
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'Brush'—the 'Bristles' are the 'Bits' that 'Brush'. They are both stiff and prickly.
Origem da palavra
From Middle English 'brustyl', a diminutive of Old English 'byrst', meaning a stiff hair or spike.
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
In Western grooming, 'natural bristle' brushes (often boar hair) are traditionally seen as higher quality and more sustainable than plastic versions.
Quiz rápido
The toothbrush had such stiff _____ that it made my gums bleed.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: bristles
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