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Definition of bristliness

bristliness

/ˈbrɪs.li.nəs/
bris · tli · ness
Adjective:bristly
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bristliness Lexical Profile

bristliness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The physical quality or state of being covered with or having stiff, prickly hairs or bristles.

Example

"The coarse bristliness of the boar's hide made it durable enough to craft into heavy-duty brushes."

2

An irritable, defensive, or easily offended manner or disposition.

Example

"Behind his initial bristliness during interviews, the veteran journalist was actually quite generous with young reporters."

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• Rhymes for bristliness

• Nearby Words

bristlehead
bristlemouth
bristletooth
bristliness
bristling
bristly
bristol

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bristliness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bristliness
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