brush on

• 短语动词，指轻轻涂抹某物（如颜料或化妆品），也常指复习或温习知识，以重新熟悉某个学科。

A phrasal verb used to indicate the act of lightly applying something (such as paint or makeup) or, more commonly, to review or refresh one's knowledge of a subject.

不可数 · 及物 · 短语动词，不可分

1. Apply with a brushformal

   To apply a substance, such as paint or glue, onto a surface using a brush.

   用刷子涂

   • She brushed on a thin layer of varnish to protect the wood.
   • He brushed on the paint carefully to avoid streaks.
   • The artist brushed on the final details with a fine brush.

   同义词applybrushcoatdaubpaintsmear

2. Briefly mention or reviewinformal

   To mention or review something quickly or superficially.

   简要提及

   • The teacher brushed on the key points before the exam.
   • He brushed on the topic of climate change during the lecture.
   • She brushed on the details of the contract in the meeting.

   同义词gloss overskim overtouch on

基本动词brush