Burr
Pronunciation: /ˈbɜːr/
Burr (noun)
- a rough, sticky seed case that attaches to clothes or fur.
- a rough edge left on metal or wood after cutting.
- a way of speaking where 'r' sounds are pronounced strongly.
Examples
- The burr stuck to my socks during the hike.
- Burrs can be difficult to remove from clothing.
Common collocations: remove a burr, burr on clothing, smooth a burr, burr on metal, distinctive burr