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frush

verbanimals

Short, sharp sprays of saliva

To give short, sharp spits or sprays; to eject liquid or saliva in sudden bursts, often said of an angry cat.

Example in use

“Da puss'll frush if ye fash her”

Pronunciation

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/FRUsh/

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Origin & context

scotsolderhumorous

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