Meaning & use

Brusk

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An accepted variant spelling of "brusque," describing a manner that is blunt, abrupt, or curt.

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His brusk reply left no room for further discussion.

The nurse's brusk tone belied her genuine concern for the patient.

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Both "brusk" and "brusque" trace back to the Italian "brusco," meaning sour or tart.

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