Bur Meaning
/bɝ/Definition, CEFR level C2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA rough, prickly husk around the seeds or fruit of some plants.
nounAny of several plants having such husks.
Sentence Examples
The germination of both seeds of a bur of Xanthium in one season is exceptional.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After walking through the field, a sticky ____ clung to his wool sock.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
A small ____ was stuck to my wool sweater after I walked in the woods.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English burre, of unknown origin but probably from North Germanic (Scandinavian) source or from Old English byrst (“bristle”). See also burr. Compare English bristle, Danish burre (“bur, burdock”), Norwegian borre, Swedish borre, and Old Norse burst (“bristle”).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After walking through the field, a sticky ____ clung to his wool sock.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
A small ____ was stuck to my wool sweater after I walked in the woods.