burry

adjective

bur·​ry ˈbər-ē How to pronounce burry (audio)
burrier; burriest
1
: containing burs
2
3
of speech : characterized by a burr

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of burry was in the 15th century

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“Burry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/burry. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.

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