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Brusa - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Brusa is a colloquial term for 'brush' in some Spanish dialects, often referring to a hairbrush or cleaning brush. It is used informally in everyday conversation.

brusa

/ˈbruːsə/ /ˈbruːsə/

Definition:

A type of coarse, abrasive cloth used for cleaning or polishing surfaces.

Synonyms:

scouring pad, sandpaper, emery cloth

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

soft cloth, smooth fabric

Common Collocations:

metal brusa, cleaning brusa, polishing brusa

Derivatives:

brusas (plural), brusa-like (adjective)

Usage Tips:

Use a brusa with water or cleaner for effective scrubbing on tough stains or rust.

Common Phrases:

scrub with a brusa, polish with a brusa

Etymology:

Derived from Italian "brusare," meaning to burnish or polish, related to rough finishing techniques.

Examples:

  • 1. She scrubbed the pot with a brusa to remove the burnt food.
  • 2. The mechanic used a brusa to clean the rusty car parts.
  • 3. A brusa works well for smoothing rough wooden edges before painting.
  • 4. He bought a new brusa for polishing the silverware before the party.

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