brush
simple noun45 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8
tooth brush8.8
Often written as one word: toothbrush.
hair brush8.5
Often written as one word: hairbrush.
paint brush8.0
Often written as one word: paintbrush.
stiff brush7.8
soft brush7.5
fine brush7.2
wire brush7.1
A brush made with wire bristles, used for heavy cleaning.
toilet brush6.9
scrub brush6.7
A brush for removing dust or lint from clothing.
nylon brush6.0
A brush made with nylon bristles.
pastry brush5.5
brush slowly6.7
brush back6.5
To brush something (like hair) away from the front.
brush out6.4
To brush something thoroughly, especially to remove tangles.
brush down6.2
To clean something by brushing downwards.
brush stroke6.9
A mark made by a paintbrush.
brush at5.0
To make brushing motions towards something, often to remove something small.
To make something clean by brushing it.
Indicates the tool used for an action.
use a brush8.2
Typically used for hair.
Typically used for paint or other liquids.
More formal or literary; suggests skillful use.