sbavatura — meaning in English

English meaning

• backwash noun A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.
• burr noun A prickly seed case or flower head that clings to fur or clothing.
• smear verb To spread a soft or sticky substance across a surface, often messily.
• smudge noun A smear or blurry mark, especially one made by dirt, ink, or makeup.

Senses

sbavatura is used for these senses in English:

• backwash The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.
• burr A small piece of material left on an edge after a cutting operation.
• smear A mark made by smearing.
• smudge A blemish or smear, especially a dark or sooty one.

backwash — full definition

1. noun A backward flow of water, as from oars, a propeller, breaking waves, etc.
2. noun The similar flow of air from an aircraft engine.
3. noun The result or consequence of an event; an aftermath.
4. noun The saliva, spit or food particles that have flowed back into a drink after someone has drunk from it.

burr — full definition

1. noun A prickly seed case or flower head that clings to fur or clothing.
2. noun A strong, rolled pronunciation of the letter "r," or an accent marked by it.
3. verb To grind or smooth using a small rotating abrasive tool.

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