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“Brassie” or “Brassy”

Overview

brassie / brassy are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

brassie: (noun) (formerly) a golfing wood with a face more elevated that a driver but less than a spoon.

brassy: (adjective) resembling the sound of a brass instrument. (adjective) tastelessly showy.

Pronunciation

brassie: NA

brassy: b·r·AE·s·iy

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Examples of “brassie”

Examples of “brassy”



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