brushless

/ˈbrʌʃlɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

not having a brush

“The new electric toothbrush is brushless, making it easier to clean teeth.”

2. noun

a device that operates without a brush, such as an electric motor

“The engineer studied the design of a brushless DC motor.”

3. noun

a type of electric motor or generator that uses electromagnetic forces to produce rotation

“The company developed a high-performance brushless motor for its new product line.”

Synonyms

  • brush-free
  • brushed-less
  • electromagnetic
  • induction

Antonyms

  • bristled
  • brushed
  • coated
  • fuzzy