Brushing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɹʌʃ.ɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Brushing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of brush.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of brush.
More Meanings
- An instance of brushing.
- Material removed by brushing.
- (uncountable, Internet) A fraudulent technique in which an online seller sends out fake orders (such as empty boxes) and contributes positive reviews about those orders, ostensibly from the recipient.
- (dated) Brisk; light.
Example Sentences
a brushing gallop
Give your shoes a brushing to get the mud off.
Word Forms
- brushings
Synonyms for brushing
Depending on context, synonyms include brush.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scratch, mastering, dusting, polishing, scouring, grooming.
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