Dictionary Entry
bristling
adjectiveFind the meaning of the word bristling, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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Standing up and becoming stiff, often with anger or excitement; or being full of something, like thorns or objections.
Example Sentence
The cat's fur began bristling as the strange dog approached its territory.
Usage Note
Used to describe the physical reaction of hair standing on end due to fear, anger, or excitement, or to describe something covered densely with sharp points, like a brush or certain plants.