BRISTLING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

a stiff hair

Part of speech: Noun

a stiff fiber (coarse hair or filament)

Example: natural or synthetic

Part of speech: Verb

rise up as in fear

Example: The dog's fur bristled; It was a sight to make one's hair uprise!

Part of speech: Verb

have or be thickly covered with or as if with bristles

Example: bristling leaves

Part of speech: Verb

be in a state of movement or action

Example: The room abounded with screaming children; The garden bristled with toddlers

Part of speech: Verb

react in an offended or angry manner

Example: He bristled at her suggestion that he should teach her how to use the program