bristle
bristle is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, bristle is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofbristle
- A stiff or coarse hair.
Example: "the bristles of a pig"
- The hairs or other filaments that make up a brush, broom, or similar item.
- To rise or stand erect, like bristles.
- Abound, to have an abundance of something
- (with at) To be on one's guard or raise one's defenses; to react with fear, suspicion, or distance.
Example: "The employees bristled at the prospect of working through the holidays."
- To fix a bristle to.
Example: "to bristle a thread"
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