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brunt

brunt [ brunt ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. main force of something: the main force or effect of something such as a blow or criticism
We always had to bear the brunt of her anger.

2. greater burden of something: the greater part or the main burden

[14th century. Origin ?]
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