bur
Pronunciation: [bɜr]
Word
Context: “nature”
(noun) a bur is a prickly seed or seed pod from certain plants that sticks to clothes or fur. These little sticky balls are nature's way of spreading seeds.
Example
I found a bur stuck to my socks after playing in the field.
Example
There were no burs on the smooth blanket we used for the picnic.
Example
Do you see any burs on the dog's fur after our walk?
Context: “mechanics”
(noun) in tools, a bur is a small, rotating tool or part that helps cut or shape materials. It's often used in drills or grinders to make things smooth or to create shapes.
Example
The carpenter used a bur to shape the wood for the new table.
Example
Without a bur, it was hard to get the edges of the wood smooth.
Example
Which bur do you think works best for cutting metal?
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