brunt
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brunt

noun \ˈbrənt\

Definition of BRUNT

1
: the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
2
: the greater part : burden

Examples of BRUNT

  1. <the brunt of the responsibility fell on her shoulders>

Origin of BRUNT

Middle English
First Known Use: 15th century

Rhymes with BRUNT

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