brush down
The phrase "brush down" is versatile, referring to cleaning, grooming, or tidying actions.
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Definition
A2Cleaning
(general)To clean or groom something using a brush.
Example
- He brushed down the horse after their ride.
- She brushed down her coat to remove the dust.
B1Appearance
(idiomatic)To straighten and tidy up one's clothing or appearance.
Example
- After falling, he brushed himself down and continued walking.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "brush down":
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