brushed

[ bruhsht ]

adjective

1. having a nap raised or a surface produced by a brushing brush process:

   brushed cotton.

brushed

/ brʌʃt /

adjective

1. textiles treated with a brushing process to raise the nap and give a softer, warmer finish

   brushed nylon

Other Word Forms

• un·brushed adjective
• well-brushed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of brushed¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; brush ¹, -ed ²

Example Sentences

Trump brushed off those allegations in a Cabinet meeting on Thursday, refusing to answer a reporter's question as the press was ushered out.

From Salon

When Oligui Nguema brushed off some parliamentarians' concern about the concentration of executive power in the presidency by abolishing the post of prime minister, there was little fuss.

From BBC

When friends questioned the wisdom of planting a garden that may be destroyed to make way for real estate development, Horvitz brushed concerns aside.

From Los Angeles Times

When asked why he would want to stay on, Trump gave a simple answer and brushed aside concerns about the constitutionality of his plans.

From Salon

Charred palm fronds brushed against the house, leaving streaks.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• coated
• stuffed