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brook2

brook2

 
pronunciation:
brUk
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: brooks, brooking, brooked
definition: to tolerate.
He's made it clear that he will brook no interference in his affairs.When she speaks in that commanding tone of voice, she will brook no interruptions.
synonyms:
abide, bear, suffer, tolerate
similar words:
accept, endure, stand
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