borb — meaning in English
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English meaning
- brusque adj Rudely abrupt; curt, unfriendly.
- coarse adj Rough in texture rather than smooth.
- fierce adj Aggressively powerful, intense, or savage.
- pungent adj Having a sharp, strong smell or taste that stings the nose or tongue.
- rank noun A person's position or level in a hierarchy, such as in the military or an organisation.
- rude adjective Not polite; showing a lack of respect for others.
- snappy adjective Quick and to the point, often used approvingly.
- strong adjective Physically powerful; capable of exerting or withstanding great force.
- violent adj Using or involving physical force meant to hurt or kill.
Senses
borb is used for these senses in English:
- brusque Rudely abrupt; curt, unfriendly.
- coarse With a rough texture; not smooth.
- contumelious (archaic, literary) Rudely contemptuous; showing contumely; exhibiting an insolent or disdainful attitude.
- fierce Exceedingly violent, severe, ferocious, cruel or savage.
- pungent Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
- rank Having a very strong and bad taste or odor.
- rude Lacking in refinement or civility; bad-mannered; discourteous.
- snappy (informal) Irritable.
coarse — full definition
- adj Rough in texture rather than smooth.
- adj Lacking refinement or good manners; crude.