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brawn

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Noun — Physical muscle and strength, especially as opposed to intelligence or skill.

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Etymology

From Old French braon ("fleshy part of the body"), tracing back to a Germanic word for roasted meat.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “brawn” mean?

The word “brawn” means physical muscle and strength, especially as opposed to intelligence or skill. In plain terms, muscle power, or (in Britain) a meaty jellied dish — two very different senses of the same word.

How do you pronounce “brawn”?

“Brawn” is pronounced brawn (/bɹɔn/ in IPA).

How do you use “brawn” in a sentence?

Here is “brawn” used in a sentence: “Moving the piano took more brawn than technique.”

What part of speech is “brawn”?

“Brawn” is a noun.

Where does the word “brawn” come from?

The word “brawn” comes from Old French. From Old French braon ("fleshy part of the body"), tracing back to a Germanic word for roasted meat.

How many meanings does “brawn” have?

“Brawn” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: physical muscle and strength, especially as opposed to intelligence or skill.

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