Scratchbrush
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Scratchbrush is a noun meaning A sturdy wire brush used for cleaning iron, silver and other metals.
Meaning
A sturdy wire brush used for cleaning iron, silver and other metals.
Example Sentences
If he decide, upon dismounting, that the tyre is punctured, and not merely short of inflation, the car should be jacked up so as to permit free movement of the wheel. The tyre should then be cleaned, the best article for the purpose being a brush with wire bristles; the type is known as a 'jeweller's scratchbrush.
Word Forms
- scratchbrushes
- scratch-brush
- scratch brush
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wirebrush, brush, brushbar, lampbrush, hairbrush, brushing.
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