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BRUSHING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Brushing.

Brushing - as a noun

The act of brushing your teeth

Example: "The dentist recommended two brushes a day"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brush

The act of brushing your hair

Example: "He gave his hair a quick brush"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brush

Brushing - as a verb

To clean with a brush.

Example: "Brush your teeth."

To untangle or arrange with a brush.

Example: "Brush your hair."

To apply with a brush.

Example: "Brush the paint onto the walls."

To remove with a sweeping motion.

Example: "Brush the flour off your clothes."

To touch with a sweeping motion, or lightly in passing.

Example: "Her scarf brushed his skin."

To clean one's teeth by brushing them.

Brushing - as an adjective

Brisk; light

Example: "A brushing gallop"

Example Sentences

"I need to buy a new brushing for my hair."
"The dentist recommended using a soft brushing for sensitive gums."
"Her brushing technique is flawless."
"I enjoy the sensation of brushing before bedtime."
"The sound of brushing teeth echoed in the bathroom."
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Word Game Points

Is BRUSHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, brushing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BRUSHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is BRUSHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, brushing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BRUSHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is BRUSHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, brushing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BRUSHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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