bristle at
verb
Simple meaning
Show anger or indignation.
Pronunciation
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brisuhlatSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈbɹɪsəˈlæt
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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verb
Show anger or indignation
“She bristled at his insolent remarks.”
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