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bristle

verb, noun

/ˈbrɪsəl/

Meaning

to react angrily or defensively; a short stiff hair or fiber

The cat bristled when it saw the dog.

bristle with anger

stiffen, react, flare up, ruffle, quill

calm, relax, smooth

bristle with anger, bristle at criticism, bristle with excitement

to make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement; a sudden movement or stagger

to start or introduce something, especially a new product, service, or event

As a verb: to tie a ship so that it stays in place. As a noun: open, uncultivated land.

to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own adva...

to smile broadly, often showing teeth

to wander aimlessly or follow a winding course