Complete Definition of "brunt"

English

Pronunciation
:Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-�nt|-�nt

Noun
en-noun|-

  1. The full adverse effects of; the chief consequences or negative results of a thing or event.

#*Unfortunately, poor areas such as those in New Orleans bore the brunt of Hurricane Katrina's winds.

  1. The major part of; the bulk.

#*If you feel tired of walking, just think of the poor donkey who has carried the brunt of our load.


Swedish

Adjective
brunt

  1. sv-adj-form-abs-indef-n|brun

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