What is the meaning of Burr?

noun

  • Seed vessel having hooks or prickles.
  • Rough projection left on a workpiece after drilling or cutting.
  • United States politician who served as vice president under Jefferson; he mortally wounded his political rival Alexander Hamilton in a duel and fled south (1756-1836.
  • Rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece.
  • Small bit used in dentistry or surgery.

verb

  • Remove the burrs from.
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