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Brush
brʌʃ
- an implement with a handle and a block of bristles, hair, or wire, used especially for cleaning, applying a liquid or powder to a surface, or arranging the hair
"a shaving brush"
- an act of sweeping, applying, or arranging with a brush or with one's hand
"he gave the seat a brush"
- a light and fleeting touch
"the lightest brush of his lips against her cheek"
- a brief encounter with someone or something unpleasant or notable
"a brush with death"
- the bushy tail of a fox
- a drumstick with long wire bristles, used to make a soft hissing sound on drums or cymbals
- a piece of carbon or metal serving as an electrical contact with a moving part in a motor or alternator
- women regarded sexually
"‘Beer first, brush later.’"
- remove (dust or dirt) by sweeping or scrubbing
"we'll be able to brush the mud off easily"
- use a brush or one's hand to remove dust or dirt from (something)
"once you've had it professionally cleaned, be sure to brush your coat after each wear"
- clean (one's teeth) with a toothbrush
- arrange (one's hair) by running a brush through it
"she carefully made up her face and brushed her long auburn hair"
- apply a liquid to (a surface) with a brush
"brush the potatoes with oil"
- touch something lightly and gently
"their fingers brushed as she took the glass from him"
- push (something) away with a quick movement of the hand
"she brushed a wisp of hair away from her face"