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Webster 1913 Edition

Brushing

Brush′ing

,
Adj.
1.
Constructed or used to brush with; as a brushing machine.
2.
Brisk; light;
as, a
brushing
gallop
.

Webster 1828 Edition

Brushing

BRUSH'ING

,
ppr.
Sweeping or rubbing with a brush; striking gently; moving nimbly in haste; skimming over lightly.

BRUSH'ING

,
Adj.
Brisk; light; as a brushing gallop.

Definition 2024

brushing

brushing

English

Verb

brushing

  1. present participle of brush

Noun

brushing ‎(plural brushings)

  1. An instance of brushing.
    Give your shoes a brushing to get the mud off.

Adjective

brushing ‎(comparative more brushing, superlative most brushing)

  1. (dated) brisk; light
    a brushing gallop

French

Noun

brushing m ‎(plural brushings)

  1. blow-dry

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈbɹʌʃɪŋ/
  • Rhymes: -ʌʃɪŋ

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