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bristly

UK
/ˈbrɪs.tli/
US
/ˈbrɪs.tli/

Translations

bristlyadjective
bristlier
Comp.
bristliest
Super.
UK
/ˈbrɪs.tli/
US
/ˈbrɪs.tli/
hérisséSe dit d’une surface couverte de poils durs, de soies ou de petites pointes.
The bristly surface of the cactus made it difficult to touch without gloves.
La surface hérissée du cactus rendait difficile de le toucher sans gants.
acariâtreSe dit d’une personne facilement irritée ou d’humeur piquante.
He became bristly when asked about his personal life.
Il est devenu acariâtre lorsqu’on lui a posé des questions sur sa vie privée.
Synonyms
hairy
prickly
rough
stiff
coarse
spiky

Definitions

bristlyadjective
Having a stiff and prickly texture or appearance.
The bristly surface of the cactus made it difficult to touch without gloves.
Easily irritated or annoyed; having a prickly disposition.
He became bristly when asked about his personal life.
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