burr.

A prickly seed-bearing structure or covering that can cling to fur or clothing.

Use it for

Words that belong together

• burr-covered socks
• prickly burr
• remove burrs

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A burr clung to the dog's ear.

They spent the evening picking burrs from their socks.

The dry burr caught on her wool sleeve.

Usage notes

Primary category: environment. Also spelled bur; unrelated senses include a rough metal edge and a throaty sound. Plural: burrs; Spelling: bur, burs