Bur

Alternative forms

• burr

Origin

From a Scandinavian language, such as Danish burre ("bur, burdock"). See also burr.

Full definition of bur

Noun

1. A rough, prickly husk around the seeds or fruit of some plants.
2. Any of several plants having such husks.
3. A rotary cutting implement having a selection of variously shaped heads.
4. Alternative form of burr (small piece of material)

Anagrams

• RUB, rub