Bur (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Seed vessel having hooks or prickles.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Burr

Hypernyms

• Seed Vessel

Hyponyms

• Beggar-ticks

Related Words

• Bur (verb)

Meaning ²

Small bit used in dentistry or surgery.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The dentist carefully selected a bur to shape the patient's tooth.
• A high-speed bur was used to remove the decay from the molar.
• The surgeon chose a diamond-coated bur to make a precise incision.
• The dental hygienist used a slow-speed bur to smooth out the rough surface.
• A carbide bur was used to trim the excess bone during the orthopedic procedure.

Synonyms

• Burr