verb
Meaning 1
To show anger or indignation at something.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: bridle, bristle
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
bridle up
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verb
Meaning 2
show anger or indignation
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- She bristled at his insolent remarks
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: bristle at, bridle at, bristle up
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: mind
History
Etymology
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