Meaning of the word burr in English
What does burr mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
burr
US /bɝː/
UK /bɜːr/
Noun
1.
a rough, prickly case around the seeds of some plants
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My dog came back from the walk covered in burrs.
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She had to carefully remove the burrs from her sweater.
2.
a rough edge or ridge left on a material, especially metal, after it has been cast, cut, or drilled
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He used a file to remove the burr from the cut metal edge.
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The drill left a small burr on the plastic.
3.
a whirring sound
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The old engine started with a low burr.
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We could hear the constant burr of the cicadas in the summer heat.
4.
a rough pronunciation of the letter 'r', especially as characteristic of some regional accents
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He spoke with a distinct Scottish burr.
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Her voice had a soft, pleasant burr.
Verb
to make a whirring sound
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The old refrigerator began to burr loudly.
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The machinery continued to burr throughout the night.