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bristle
/ˈbɹɪs.l̩/
noun
A stiff or coarse hair.
"the bristles of a pig"
The hairs or other filaments that make up a brush, broom, or similar item.
verb
To rise or stand erect, like bristles.
Abound, to have an abundance of something
(with at) To be on one's guard or raise one's defenses; to react with fear, suspicion, or distance.
"The employees bristled at the prospect of working through the holidays."
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