📖 B — The English dictionary · page 44

brakes — Everyday, meaning 1: Brakes are the parts of a bike, car, train or other vehicle that slow it down or stop it.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brakes are the parts of a bike, car,… Everyday, meaning 2: He or she brakes means he or she uses the brakes to slow down or stop.↗tree and pragmatics of: He or she brakes means he or she… Example: Check your brakes before you ride your bike.↗tree and pragmatics of: Check your brakes before you ride your bike. · The bus driver slammed on the brakes.↗tree and pragmatics of: The bus driver slammed on the brakes. · Wet brakes take longer to stop the bike.↗tree and pragmatics of: Wet brakes take longer to stop the bike. · The car brakes squealed at the crossing.↗tree and pragmatics of: The car brakes squealed at the crossing. · My bike has two brakes on the handlebars.↗tree and pragmatics of: My bike has two brakes on the handlebars. · Brakes use friction to slow the wheels down.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brakes use friction to slow the wheels down. · She brakes gently when going downhill.↗tree and pragmatics of: She brakes gently when going downhill. · The train's brakes hissed as it stopped.↗tree and pragmatics of: The train's brakes hissed as it stopped. · He held on savagely, and stuck out his feet to act as brakes on the dark slope of the hot, moist earth.↗tree and pragmatics of: He held on savagely, and stuck out his…

bramble — Everyday, meaning 1: A bramble is a wild thorny bush with long arching stems, especially the blackberry bush.↗tree and pragmatics of: A bramble is a wild thorny bush with… Everyday, meaning 2: Brambles are a thick tangle of such prickly bushes.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brambles are a thick tangle of such prickly… Everyday, meaning 3: In Scotland and parts of the UK, a bramble also means the blackberry fruit.↗tree and pragmatics of: In Scotland and parts of the UK, a… Example: My jumper got caught on a bramble.↗tree and pragmatics of: My jumper got caught on a bramble. · Brambles grew all over the old garden.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brambles grew all over the old garden. · We picked berries from the brambles.↗tree and pragmatics of: We picked berries from the brambles. · The rabbit hid in the brambles from the fox.↗tree and pragmatics of: The rabbit hid in the brambles from the… · Wear long trousers, or the brambles will scratch your legs.↗tree and pragmatics of: Wear long trousers, or the brambles will scratch… · Bees buzzed around the bramble flowers.↗tree and pragmatics of: Bees buzzed around the bramble flowers. · In Scotland, «brambles» can mean blackberries.↗tree and pragmatics of: In Scotland, «brambles» can mean blackberries. · The path was blocked by thick brambles.↗tree and pragmatics of: The path was blocked by thick brambles. · Then said all the trees unto the bramble: Come thou, and reign over us.↗tree and pragmatics of: Then said all the trees unto the bramble:… (Prophets JDG.9.14, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Prophets JDG.9.14, JPS 1917 · And they shall come, and shall rest all of them in the rugged valleys, and in the holes of the rocks, and upon all thorns, and upon all brambles.↗tree and pragmatics of: And they shall come, and shall rest all… (Prophets ISA.7.19, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Prophets ISA.7.19, JPS 1917 · And the bramble said unto the trees: If in truth ye anoint me king over you, then come and take refuge in my shadow; and if not, let fire come out of the bramble, and devour the cedars of Lebanon.↗tree and pragmatics of: And the bramble said unto the trees: If… (Prophets JDG.9.15, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Prophets JDG.9.15, JPS 1917

bran — Everyday, meaning 1: The brown outer layer of grains like wheat and oats, which comes off when flour is made; it is full of fibre.↗tree and pragmatics of: The brown outer layer of grains like wheat… Everyday, meaning 2: (a name) Bran is a name in Welsh and Irish legends.↗tree and pragmatics of: Bran is a name in Welsh and Irish… Example: I eat bran flakes for breakfast.↗tree and pragmatics of: I eat bran flakes for breakfast. · Bran has lots of fibre.↗tree and pragmatics of: Bran has lots of fibre. · Brown bread contains bran.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brown bread contains bran. · We dipped into the bran tub at the fair.↗tree and pragmatics of: We dipped into the bran tub at the… · Horses sometimes eat bran mash.↗tree and pragmatics of: Horses sometimes eat bran mash. · Bran comes from the outside of the wheat grain.↗tree and pragmatics of: Bran comes from the outside of the wheat… · 'Would you like to have the bran?'↗tree and pragmatics of: 'Would you like to have the bran?'

branch — Everyday, meaning 1: A branch is a part of a tree that grows out from the trunk and has smaller twigs and leaves.↗tree and pragmatics of: A branch is a part of a tree… Everyday, meaning 2: A branch is one of the shops, offices or libraries that belong to the same company or group: a branch of a bank.↗tree and pragmatics of: A branch is one of the shops, offices… Everyday, meaning 3: A branch is a part of something bigger that splits off: a branch of a river, a branch of science.↗tree and pragmatics of: A branch is a part of something bigger… Everyday, meaning 4: To branch (out) means to split into parts, or to start doing new things.↗tree and pragmatics of: To branch out means to split into parts,… Example: The bird sat on a branch of the oak tree.↗tree and pragmatics of: The bird sat on a branch of the… · Don't climb on that thin branch; it might break.↗tree and pragmatics of: Don't climb on that thin branch; it might… · Strong winds blew a big branch onto the road.↗tree and pragmatics of: Strong winds blew a big branch onto the… · Our bank has a branch in the high street.↗tree and pragmatics of: Our bank has a branch in the high… · Biology is a branch of science.↗tree and pragmatics of: Biology is a branch of science. · The path branches into two near the river.↗tree and pragmatics of: The path branches into two near the river. · Mum's side is one branch of our family tree.↗tree and pragmatics of: Mum's side is one branch of our family… · The library has a new branch near our school.↗tree and pragmatics of: The library has a new branch near our… · ‘Oh, just a little branch sticking out.↗tree and pragmatics of: ‘Oh, just a little branch sticking out. · So for the six branches going out of the candlestick.↗tree and pragmatics of: So for the six branches going out of… (Torah EXO.37.19, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Torah EXO.37.19, JPS 1917 · And Joseph said unto him: 'This is the interpretation of it: the three branches are three days; (Torah GEN.40.12, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: And Joseph said unto him: 'This is the… · Joseph is a fruitful vine, a fruitful vine by a fountain; its branches run over the wall.↗tree and pragmatics of: Joseph is a fruitful vine, a fruitful vine… (Torah GEN.49.22, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Torah GEN.49.22, JPS 1917 · His roots shall dry up beneath, and above shall his branch wither.↗tree and pragmatics of: His roots shall dry up beneath, and above… (Writings JOB.18.16, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.18.16, JPS 1917 · It shall be accomplished before his time, and his branch shall not be leafy.↗tree and pragmatics of: It shall be accomplished before his time, and… (Writings JOB.15.32, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.15.32, JPS 1917 · She sent out her branches unto the sea, and her shoots unto the River.↗tree and pragmatics of: She sent out her branches unto the sea,… (Writings PSA.80.12, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings PSA.80.12, JPS 1917

brand — Everyday, meaning 1: A brand is the name of a product made by a particular company, with its own logo: a brand of trainers, a brand of cereal.↗tree and pragmatics of: A brand is the name of a product… Everyday, meaning 2: A brand is a mark burned into an animal's skin to show who owns it.↗tree and pragmatics of: A brand is a mark burned into an… Everyday, meaning 3: To brand means to mark with a brand, or to give someone a bad name: he was branded a liar.↗tree and pragmatics of: To brand means to mark with a brand,… Everyday, meaning 4: «Brand new» means completely new, never used.↗tree and pragmatics of: «Brand new» means completely new, never used. Everyday, meaning 5: A brand is also a burning stick or piece of wood, used as a torch.↗tree and pragmatics of: A brand is also a burning stick or… Example: What brand of trainers do you like?↗tree and pragmatics of: What brand of trainers do you like? · Mum buys the supermarket's own brand because it is cheaper.↗tree and pragmatics of: Mum buys the supermarket's own brand because it… · My bike is brand new.↗tree and pragmatics of: My bike is brand new. · Adverts try to make us love a brand.↗tree and pragmatics of: Adverts try to make us love a brand. · The rancher put his brand on the cattle.↗tree and pragmatics of: The rancher put his brand on the cattle. · He was branded a cheat after one mistake.↗tree and pragmatics of: He was branded a cheat after one mistake. · Compare two brands to see which is the better value.↗tree and pragmatics of: Compare two brands to see which is the… · On hearing this, Althea seized the brand, laid it up carefully in a chest, and henceforth preserved it as her most precious possession.↗tree and pragmatics of: On hearing this, Althea seized the brand, laid… · A contemptible brand in the thought of him that is at ease, a thing ready for them whose foot slippeth.↗tree and pragmatics of: A contemptible brand in the thought of him… (Writings JOB.12.5, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.12.5, JPS 1917 · Behold, all ye that kindle a fire, that gird yourselves with firebrands, begone in the flame of your fire, and among the brands that ye have kindled.↗tree and pragmatics of: Behold, all ye that kindle a fire, that… (Prophets ISA.50.11, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Prophets ISA.50.11, JPS 1917 · And the LORD said unto Satan: 'The LORD rebuke thee, O Satan, yea, the LORD that hath chosen Jerusalem rebuke thee; is not this man a brand plucked out of the fire?'↗tree and pragmatics of: And the LORD said unto Satan: 'The LORD… (Prophets ZEC.3.2, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Prophets ZEC.3.2, JPS 1917

brandish — Everyday, meaning 1: To brandish is to wave or shake a weapon or object in the air, to show it off or to threaten.↗tree and pragmatics of: To brandish is to wave or shake a… Example: The knight brandished his sword.↗tree and pragmatics of: The knight brandished his sword. · The coachman brandished his whip.↗tree and pragmatics of: The coachman brandished his whip. · She brandished a burning torch.↗tree and pragmatics of: She brandished a burning torch. · Don't brandish that stick at your brother.↗tree and pragmatics of: Don't brandish that stick at your brother.

brandy — Everyday, meaning 1: Brandy is a strong alcoholic drink made from wine or fruit; it is not for children.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brandy is a strong alcoholic drink made from… Example: A glass of brandy warmed him.↗tree and pragmatics of: A glass of brandy warmed him. · Brandy is far too strong for children.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brandy is far too strong for children. · He poured a little brandy into the cup.↗tree and pragmatics of: He poured a little brandy into the cup.

brass — Everyday, meaning 1: Brass is a shiny yellow metal made by mixing copper and zinc.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brass is a shiny yellow metal made by… Everyday, meaning 2: The brass, or brass instruments, are musical instruments like trumpets and trombones that you blow into.↗tree and pragmatics of: The brass, or brass instruments, are musical instruments… Everyday, meaning 3: (UK slang) Money: «Where there's muck, there's brass».↗tree and pragmatics of: Money: «Where there's muck, there's brass». Everyday, meaning 4: (informal) The top brass are the most important people in charge, such as senior officers or bosses.↗tree and pragmatics of: The top brass are the most important people… Everyday, meaning 5: (informal) Brass, or brass neck, means boldness that is rude: «He had the brass neck to ask for more».↗tree and pragmatics of: Brass, or brass neck, means boldness that is… Example: The old door had a shiny brass knocker.↗tree and pragmatics of: The old door had a shiny brass knocker. · My sister plays the trumpet in the school brass band.↗tree and pragmatics of: My sister plays the trumpet in the school… · Brass is made from copper and zinc.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brass is made from copper and zinc. · The top brass came to visit the factory.↗tree and pragmatics of: The top brass came to visit the factory. · Let's get down to brass tacks and decide who does what.↗tree and pragmatics of: Let's get down to brass tacks and decide… · He walked in as bold as brass without knocking.↗tree and pragmatics of: He walked in as bold as brass without… · I'm proper brassed off with this homework.↗tree and pragmatics of: I'm proper brassed off with this homework. · Grandad says there's good brass in fixing cars.↗tree and pragmatics of: Grandad says there's good brass in fixing cars. · It was a blue jacket with brass buttons, quite new.↗tree and pragmatics of: It was a blue jacket with brass buttons,… · And he made the staves of acacia-wood, and overlaid them with brass.↗tree and pragmatics of: And he made the staves of acacia-wood, and… (Torah EXO.38.6, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Torah EXO.38.6, JPS 1917 · to devise skilful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, (Torah EXO.31.4, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: to devise skilful works, to work in gold,… · And to devise skilful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, (Torah EXO.35.32, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: And to devise skilful works, to work in… · Can iron break iron from the north and brass?↗tree and pragmatics of: Can iron break iron from the north and… (Prophets JER.15.12, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Prophets JER.15.12, JPS 1917 · He esteemeth iron as straw, and brass as rotten wood.↗tree and pragmatics of: He esteemeth iron as straw, and brass as… (Writings JOB.41.19, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.41.19, JPS 1917 · Is my strength the strength of stones? or is my flesh of brass?↗tree and pragmatics of: Is my strength the strength of stones? or… (Writings JOB.6.12, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.6.12, JPS 1917

brat — Everyday, meaning 1: (informal, rude) A brat is a child who behaves badly, is spoiled or rude.↗tree and pragmatics of: A brat is a child who behaves badly,… Everyday, meaning 2: (informal) An army brat is a child who grew up moving from base to base because a parent was in the armed forces.↗tree and pragmatics of: An army brat is a child who grew… Everyday, meaning 3: (informal) Sometimes used jokingly about any annoying younger person.↗tree and pragmatics of: Sometimes used jokingly about any annoying younger person. Example: That spoiled brat screamed until he got the toy.↗tree and pragmatics of: That spoiled brat screamed until he got the… · Stop being such a brat and share your sweets.↗tree and pragmatics of: Stop being such a brat and share your… · My cousin was an army brat and lived in five countries.↗tree and pragmatics of: My cousin was an army brat and lived… · The little brat kicked my chair the whole film.↗tree and pragmatics of: The little brat kicked my chair the whole… · Mum said, «Don't be bratty to your sister.»↗tree and pragmatics of: Mum said, «Don't be bratty to your sister.» · In the story, the brat finally learns to say thank you.↗tree and pragmatics of: In the story, the brat finally learns to… · She's nought but a brat, with ne'er a cow or a cabbage o' her own."↗tree and pragmatics of: She's nought but a brat, with ne'er a…

brave — Everyday, meaning 1: Brave means ready to do something difficult or frightening, even though you feel afraid.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brave means ready to do something difficult or… Everyday, meaning 2: To brave something, like bad weather, is to face it and go through it.↗tree and pragmatics of: To brave something, like bad weather, is to… Everyday, meaning 3: In old stories, «the brave» means brave people.↗tree and pragmatics of: In old stories, «the brave» means brave people. Example: It was brave of you to tell the teacher the truth.↗tree and pragmatics of: It was brave of you to tell the… · The firefighter was very brave.↗tree and pragmatics of: The firefighter was very brave. · I was brave at the dentist.↗tree and pragmatics of: I was brave at the dentist. · She was brave enough to stand up to the bully.↗tree and pragmatics of: She was brave enough to stand up to… · We braved the rain to watch the parade.↗tree and pragmatics of: We braved the rain to watch the parade. · Even brave people feel scared sometimes.↗tree and pragmatics of: Even brave people feel scared sometimes. · He put on a brave face, but he was sad.↗tree and pragmatics of: He put on a brave face, but he… · Jumping off a roof is not brave; it is dangerous.↗tree and pragmatics of: Jumping off a roof is not brave; it… · He was so brave and cheerful.↗tree and pragmatics of: He was so brave and cheerful.

bravely — Everyday, meaning 1: In a brave way: without showing fear, even when something is dangerous, painful or frightening.↗tree and pragmatics of: In a brave way: without showing fear, even… Everyday, meaning 2: In a way that shows someone tries hard even though it is difficult or sad: «She smiled bravely».↗tree and pragmatics of: In a way that shows someone tries hard… Example: The firefighter bravely ran into the burning house.↗tree and pragmatics of: The firefighter bravely ran into the burning house. · My little brother bravely had his injection.↗tree and pragmatics of: My little brother bravely had his injection. · She bravely put up her hand to answer.↗tree and pragmatics of: She bravely put up her hand to answer. · The team fought bravely but lost the final.↗tree and pragmatics of: The team fought bravely but lost the final. · He smiled bravely though his knee was bleeding.↗tree and pragmatics of: He smiled bravely though his knee was bleeding. · The knight bravely faced the dragon.↗tree and pragmatics of: The knight bravely faced the dragon. · They bravely told the teacher the truth.↗tree and pragmatics of: They bravely told the teacher the truth. · Pinocchio, although alone, defended himself bravely.↗tree and pragmatics of: Pinocchio, although alone, defended himself bravely.

bravery — Everyday, meaning 1: Bravery is being brave: doing something good or right even when it is dangerous, hard or scary.↗tree and pragmatics of: Bravery is being brave: doing something good or… Example: The firefighter got a medal for bravery.↗tree and pragmatics of: The firefighter got a medal for bravery. · It takes bravery to say sorry.↗tree and pragmatics of: It takes bravery to say sorry. · The girl showed great bravery when she called for help.↗tree and pragmatics of: The girl showed great bravery when she called… · Bravery doesn't mean you're never scared.↗tree and pragmatics of: Bravery doesn't mean you're never scared. · The knight was famous for his bravery.↗tree and pragmatics of: The knight was famous for his bravery. · Standing up to a bully takes bravery.↗tree and pragmatics of: Standing up to a bully takes bravery. · ‘Dear Walter, remember that it is only cowards who boast; a really brave man never talks of his bravery.’↗tree and pragmatics of: ‘Dear Walter, remember that it is only cowards… · In that day the Lord will take away the bravery of their anklets, and the fillets, and the crescents; (Prophets ISA.3.18, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: In that day the Lord will take away…

bravo — Everyday, meaning 1: A word shouted to praise someone for doing something very well, especially at the end of a performance: «Bravo!».↗tree and pragmatics of: A word shouted to praise someone for doing… Everyday, meaning 2: «Bravo» is the word for the letter B in the international spelling alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie …).↗tree and pragmatics of: «Bravo» is the word for the letter B… Everyday, meaning 3: (noun, old) A hired thug or killer, in old stories.↗tree and pragmatics of: A hired thug or killer, in old stories. Example: «Bravo!» shouted the audience when the song ended.↗tree and pragmatics of: «Bravo!» shouted the audience when the song ended. · The teacher said «Bravo!» when I finished my piano piece.↗tree and pragmatics of: The teacher said «Bravo!» when I finished my… · My postcode starts with «Bravo Sierra».↗tree and pragmatics of: My postcode starts with «Bravo Sierra». · The pilot spelled out «Bravo, Alpha».↗tree and pragmatics of: The pilot spelled out «Bravo, Alpha». · Bravo, you've tidied your room at last!↗tree and pragmatics of: Bravo, you've tidied your room at last! · Cries of «bravo» filled the theatre.↗tree and pragmatics of: Cries of «bravo» filled the theatre. · “Bravo, Polendina!” cried the same tiny voice which came from no one knew where.↗tree and pragmatics of: “Bravo, Polendina!” cried the same tiny voice which…

braw — Everyday, meaning 1: (Scots) Braw means fine, good, lovely or handsome, as in a braw day.↗tree and pragmatics of: Braw means fine, good, lovely or handsome, as… Example: It's a braw day for a walk up the hill.↗tree and pragmatics of: It's a braw day for a walk up… (Scots)↗tree and pragmatics of: Scots · That's a braw jumper you've got on.↗tree and pragmatics of: That's a braw jumper you've got on. (Scots)↗tree and pragmatics of: Scots · We had a braw time at the ceilidh.↗tree and pragmatics of: We had a braw time at the ceilidh. (Scots)↗tree and pragmatics of: Scots · Gran says the view is braw.↗tree and pragmatics of: Gran says the view is braw. (Scots)↗tree and pragmatics of: Scots · A braw lad and a bonny lass walked by.↗tree and pragmatics of: A braw lad and a bonny lass walked… (Scots)↗tree and pragmatics of: Scots

brawl — Everyday, meaning 1: A brawl is a noisy, rough fight between people.↗tree and pragmatics of: A brawl is a noisy, rough fight between… Example: A brawl broke out in the inn.↗tree and pragmatics of: A brawl broke out in the inn. · The two men got into a brawl.↗tree and pragmatics of: The two men got into a brawl. · Stop the brawl before someone is hurt.↗tree and pragmatics of: Stop the brawl before someone is hurt.

brawny — Everyday, meaning 1: Brawny means having big, strong muscles.↗tree and pragmatics of: Brawny means having big, strong muscles. Example: The brawny farmer lifted the sack.↗tree and pragmatics of: The brawny farmer lifted the sack. · He had brawny arms from rowing.↗tree and pragmatics of: He had brawny arms from rowing. · Only a brawny giant could lift the stone.↗tree and pragmatics of: Only a brawny giant could lift the stone.

bray — Everyday, meaning 1: To make the loud, harsh noise of a donkey (hee-haw).↗tree and pragmatics of: To make the loud, harsh noise of a… Everyday, meaning 2: (of people) To laugh or talk loudly and unpleasantly.↗tree and pragmatics of: To laugh or talk loudly and unpleasantly. Everyday, meaning 3: (noun) The sound a donkey makes.↗tree and pragmatics of: The sound a donkey makes. Everyday, meaning 4: To cry out in a loud, harsh voice, especially in pain.↗tree and pragmatics of: To cry out in a loud, harsh voice,… Example: The donkey brayed loudly at the gate.↗tree and pragmatics of: The donkey brayed loudly at the gate. · We heard a loud bray from the field.↗tree and pragmatics of: We heard a loud bray from the field. · The man's braying laugh filled the café.↗tree and pragmatics of: The man's braying laugh filled the café. · Hee-haw is how we write a donkey's bray.↗tree and pragmatics of: Hee-haw is how we write a donkey's bray. · The donkey brayed when it wanted its dinner.↗tree and pragmatics of: The donkey brayed when it wanted its dinner. · A trumpet in the band brayed out of tune.↗tree and pragmatics of: A trumpet in the band brayed out of… · Pinocchio screamed with pain and as he screamed he brayed:↗tree and pragmatics of: Pinocchio screamed with pain and as he screamed… · Among the bushes they bray; under the nettles they are gathered together.↗tree and pragmatics of: Among the bushes they bray; under the nettles… (Writings JOB.30.7, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.30.7, JPS 1917 · Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the ox over his fodder?↗tree and pragmatics of: Doth the wild ass bray when he hath… (Writings JOB.6.5, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings JOB.6.5, JPS 1917 · Though thou shouldest bray a fool in a mortar with a pestle among groats, yet will not his foolishness depart from him.↗tree and pragmatics of: Though thou shouldest bray a fool in a… (Writings PRO.27.22, JPS 1917)↗tree and pragmatics of: Writings PRO.27.22, JPS 1917