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- bradford spinning/ˈbrædfəd ˈspɪnɪŋ/A specific style or method of textile spinning that originated in or is associated with Bradford, England, historically a major centre for wool and worsted production.nounLow/Niche
- bradlaugh/ˈbrædlɔː/A surname of English origin, historically associated with Charles Bradlaugh (1833–1891), a prominent British political activist, atheist, and freethinker.nounVery Low (Proper Noun)
- bradley/ˈbræd.li/A given name of English origin, originally a surname derived from a place name meaning 'broad clearing' or 'broad meadow'.nounLow (as a common noun); Medium-High as a proper noun/name.
- bradley fighting vehicle/ˈbræd.li ˈfaɪ.tɪŋ ˌviː.ɪ.kəl/A tracked, armored military vehicle, armed with a 25mm chain gun and TOW missiles, used to transport infantry and provide fire support on the battlefield.nounLow
- bradman/ˈbrædmən/An individual regarded as the greatest of all time in their field, especially cricket; a benchmark of unparalleled excellence.nounLow
- bradshaw/ˈbrædʃɔː/A surname of English origin, historically associated with guides or timetables, particularly a railway guide published in the UK from 1839 to 1961.nounLow (primarily a proper noun; common in historical/UK contexts)
- bradsot/ˈbræd.sɒt/A historical term for a severe livestock disease, often specifically referring to anthrax in cattle, but also used more broadly for fatal animal plagues in older texts.nounObsolete/Very Low Frequency
- bradstreet/ˈbradstriːt/A surname of English origin, most commonly associated with Anne Bradstreet (c. 1612–1672), a prominent early English poet in colonial North America and the first writer in England's North American colonies to have a published book of poetry.nounVery Low
- brady-/ˈbradɪ/A prefix (from Greek bradys) meaning 'slow'.combining-formnounLow (C2+)
- bradycardia/ˌbræd.ɪˈkɑː.di.ə/A slower than normal heart rate, typically defined as a resting heart rate under 60 beats per minute in adults.nounC2
- bradykinesia/ˌbrædɪkɪˈniːzɪə/Slowness of movement or physical action.nounC2 (Very Low Frequency)
- bradykinin/ˌbrædɪˈkaɪnɪn/A peptide in the body that causes blood vessels to dilate and lowers blood pressure, and is involved in inflammation and pain sensation.nounC2
- brae/breɪ/a steep hillside or bank, especially in Scotland or Northern EnglandnounVery low
- braeburn/ˈbreɪbɜːn/A crisp, sweet-tart, bi-coloured apple variety.nounLow
- braeheid/ˈbreɪhɪd/A Scots word meaning the top or summit of a slope or hill (brae).nounVery Rare
- braemar/ˌbreɪˈmɑː/A place name, specifically a village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, within the Cairngorms National Park.nounC2
- braford/ˈbrɑːfəd/A hybrid breed of cattle, developed by crossing Brahman and Hereford cattle, known for heat tolerance, hardiness, and beef quality.nounLow
- brag/bræɡ/To talk about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities in an excessively proud way that annoys other people.adjectivenounverb+2B1
- braga/ˈbrɑːɡə/A type of thick, loose-fitting trouser gathered at the knee, historically associated with certain Celtic or Highland dress.nounVery Low
- bragdon/ˈbræɡ.dən/A proper noun, most commonly a surname of English origin.nounExtremely Rare
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