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finger brush

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A specialized, often small, brush used in bookbinding and conservation to apply sizing or adhesives to book covers, particularly on leather or cloth, before gilding or finishing.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: arts, bookbinding, crafts, hobbies, lifestyle

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noun

Meaning 2

A small, typically silicone or rubber grooming tool, primarily used to clean the teeth and gums of babies or pets.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: government, healthcare

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