Meaning & Definition of word "Brush"

Brush

/brʌʃ/

1. A tool with bristles, wires, or other filaments used for cleaning, painting, or grooming.
- Example: She used a paintbrush to create a beautiful landscape.
2. An act of brushing or the marks made by a brush.
- Example: The artist left a quick brush on the canvas.
3. A situation of slight contact with someone or something.
- Example: He had a brush with danger when he almost fell.

1. To clean, smooth, or apply color with a brush.
- Example: Please brush your hair before dinner.
2. To touch lightly in passing.
- Example: The bird brushed past her shoulder as it flew away.
3. To remove something with a quick movement.
- Example: He brushed the dirt off his shoes.

Middle English, from Old French 'brosse', of Germanic origin.

brush off:

To dismiss or ignore someone or something.

brush with death:

A near-death experience.

brush up on:

To improve or refresh one's knowledge or skill.

bristle:

Short, stiff hair or fiber.

paint:

Color applied to a surface.

sweep:

To clean or clear away with a brush.

Meaning: To brush someone off.

Example Sentence: He brushed me off when I suggested going out.

Meaning: A quick intimate encounter.

Example Sentence: They had a brush with romance during the summer.