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burr

noun verb

small bit used in dentistry or surgery

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Word length
4
Starts with
B
Ends with
R
Contains
UR
Scrabble score
6
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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noun

  1. small bit used in dentistry or surgery

noun

  1. rough projection left on a workpiece after drilling or cutting

noun

  1. rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece

noun

  1. seed vessel having hooks or prickles

verb

  1. remove the burrs from

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