(cytology) A cell in the brain, such as a neuron or a glial cell. / (colloquial) neuron / (humorous) -- taken as a unit of intelligence

(slang) Especially on trucks, an engine compression release braking system that opens the exhaust valves in each cylinder near the top of their compression strokes in order to slow the vehicle; an engine retarder.

(military, US) Acronym of Base Realignment and Closure Commission.

A band or chain worn around the wrist as jewelry/jewellery or an ornament. / The strap of a wristwatch, used to secure it around the wrist. / (colloquial, chiefly in the plural) A handcuff.

(transitive) To surround with, or as if with, a bracelet; to ring or encompass.

A dense thicket of sugar-canes or bamboos.

Any of several species of coral with the appearance of a brain, in the families Mussidae and Merulinidae.

A method of problem solving in which members of a group contribute ideas spontaneously.

present participle of brainstorm

To investigate something, or solve a problem using brainstorming. / To participate in a brainstorming session.