burr
word
Definition
A burr is a rough or prickly seed or fruit that sticks to animals or clothing, or a small rough edge left on metal after cutting.
Usage & Nuances
Used for thorny plant seeds (especially in nature/walking contexts) and for sharp metal leftovers in engineering. Not to be confused with 'blur' or 'bur' (drill). Also refers to a regional accent, but less commonly.
Spanish: rebur - cardo - rebaba (metal)Portuguese (BR): carrapicho - rebarba (metal) - cardoPortuguese (PT): carrapicho - rebarba (metal) - cardoChinese (Simplified): 刺果 - 毛刺 (金属)Chinese (Traditional): 刺果 - 毛刺 (金屬)Hindi: कांटा - धातु की किनारी (बुर्र)Arabic: شَوْك (نبات) - زائدة معدنية صغيرة
Example Sentences
Be careful, there are burrs on your socks.
basic
The dog's fur was full of burrs after running in the field.
basic
The metal edge had a dangerous burr after cutting.
basic
I spent hours picking tiny burrs from my pants after our hike.
natural
Watch out for sharp burrs when you handle that piece of metal.
natural
She brushed the burrs off her dog's tail before going inside.
natural