Definition of Burr
Burr
Burr
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(noun)
A small, usually round, seed or fruiting structure that clings to fabric.
e.g. The burr on my sweater was annoying, but I finally removed it.
(noun)
a rough or ragged edge produced when cutting or shaping metal;
e.g. Don't touch the burr of the metal sheet as it can cut your skin.
(noun)
a handheld cutting tool that is used to to cut small recesses;
e.g. The carpenter used a burr to cut the recesses on the wood frame.
(noun)
a whirring or humming sound;
e.g. I could hear the loud burr of a drill machine in my neighbor's apartment.
(verb)
to make a whirring or humming sound;
e.g. The drill machine burred loudly, waking up the kids next door.
(verb)
to form a rough, projecting edge on a surface;
e.g. I burred the screw, fastening the metal leg to the base.
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