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Brains has 4 different meanings across 1 category:

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Noun
1

plural of brain

"The chef ordered fresh brains to make them into a rich, creamy soup for the winter menu."

2

The substance of a brain as a material or foodstuff.

In plain English: Brains are your brain's ability to think, learn, and solve problems quickly.

"After much debate, they realized that their biggest asset was not money but brains."

Usage: Use this plural form to refer specifically to the edible meat from an animal's head, distinct from using it metaphorically for intelligence. It is commonly found in culinary contexts describing dishes like fried brains or stews rather than abstract discussions about thinking.

Verb
1

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of brain

"She brains the opponent by delivering a heavy blow to his head."

In plain English: To brains means to use your mind carefully and thoughtfully when solving a problem or making a decision.

"She is going to brains that difficult math problem with her friend."

Proper Noun
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plural of Brain

"The team's success was due to the collective brains of its diverse members."

Example Sentences
"After much debate, they realized that their biggest asset was not money but brains." noun
"She is going to brains that difficult math problem with her friend." verb
"The new software will not brain your computer with excessive updates." verb
"I cannot believe you tried to brain the puzzle by guessing random answers." verb
"Don't let this test brain you; take some time to think carefully first." verb
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