Difference between Burr and Bur

What is the difference between Burr and Bur?

Burr as a noun is a sharp, pointy object, such as a sliver or splinter. while Bur as a noun is a rough, prickly husk around the seeds or fruit of some plants.

Burr

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A sharp, pointy object, such as a sliver or splinter. A bur; a seed pod with sharp features that stick in fur or clothing. A small piece of material left on an edge after a cutting operation. A rough humming sound. A rolled "r". A sharp, pointy object, such as a sliver or splinter.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To pronounce with a rolled "r". To make a rough humming sound.

Bur

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A rough, prickly husk around the seeds or fruit of some plants.Any of several plants having such husks.A rotary cutting implement having a selection of variously shaped heads.

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