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brog

Pronunciation: /bɹɒɡ/

The English word “brog” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A pointed instrument, such as a joiner's awl.

verb

  1. To prod with a pointed instrument, such as a lance; to prick or pierce.

Etymology

Borrowed from Scottish Gaelic bròg. Compare brob.

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