Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bristliness
noun
/ˈbrɪstlɪnɪs/
Definition
The quality or state of being bristly; having stiff, short, and sharp hairs or projections.
Examples
- The bristliness of the cactus can be quite deceiving; it looks inviting but is actually sharp.
- As she ran her fingers through the bristly fur of the dog, she could feel its coarse texture.
- The bristliness of the plate scrub made it effective for cleaning tough stains.
Meaning
Bristliness refers to a texture that is rough or prickly, often describing the surface of an object or the hair on an animal.
Synonyms
- roughness
- coarseness
- prickliness
- stiffness
- scruffiness
