Definition

A small brush with stiff bristles used to clean fingernails and toenails.

Example

She used a nailbrush to clean her nails before the party.

Conversation

Hey, do you have a nailbrush I could borrow?

Sure! I always keep one in my bathroom.

Great! I really need to clean my nails before the party.

No problem, it works wonders for getting them nice and tidy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nailbrush → The word is formed from "nail" (from Old English *nægl*, meaning a small, hard structure at the end of a finger or toe) and "brush" (from Old French *brosse*, meaning a tool with bristles). A nailbrush is a tool with bristles used for cleaning the nails.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small hard structure' ('nail') that you clean with a 'tool with bristles' ('brush'). This helps you remember that a nailbrush is used for cleaning nails.

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