Burr Definition

burr
noun
  1. seed vessel having hooks or prickles
  2. rough projection left on a workpiece after drilling or cutting
  3. United States politician who served as vice president under Jefferson; he mortally wounded his political rival Alexander Hamilton in a duel and fled south (1756-1836)
  4. rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece
  5. small bit used in dentistry or surgery
verb
  1. remove the burrs from

"Burr" in song lyrics

See how burr is used in real songs:

  • "Baby we just had a burr"
    Obie Trice — Ups and Downs
  • "Yellow! Gucci! Burr!"
    Yelawolf f/ Gucci Mane, Tamara "Tata" Tickaradze — I Just Wanna Party
  • "aaron burr"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "burr"

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