BurWordNet Explorer

Explore synonyms, antonyms, hypernyms, hyponyms, and semantic relationships for “bur” powered by Princeton WordNet.

noun

small bit used in dentistry or surgery

Words in this synset: burr
noun

the cutting part of a drill; usually pointed and threaded and is replaceable in a brace or bitstock or drill press

noun

a high speed drill that dentists use to cut into teeth

noun

seed vessel having hooks or prickles

Words in this synset: burr
noun

the ripened and variously modified walls of a plant ovary

noun

the seed of bur marigolds

verb

remove the burrs from

Words in this synset: burr
verb

remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract

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