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burley

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Burley (noun) means a mild variety of tobacco grown mainly in Kentucky and used in cigarette blends. Example: “The cigarette blend uses burley for its light, sweet flavour.”

noun

A mild variety of tobacco grown mainly in Kentucky and used in cigarette blends.

"The cigarette blend uses burley for its light, sweet flavour."

"Burley tobacco is air-cured rather than flue-cured."

Ground bait made of fish blood and scraps, scattered in the water to attract fish.

"The angler threw burley over the side to draw the fish in."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither a type of pale tobacco leaf, or fish scraps thrown in the water to lure fish closer.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with the adjective "burly" (big and muscular) — they're pronounced almost the same but spelled differently and mean completely different things.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: burleys

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Rhymes for burley

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Frequently asked questions

What does “burley” mean?

The word “burley” means a mild variety of tobacco grown mainly in Kentucky and used in cigarette blends. In plain terms, either a type of pale tobacco leaf, or fish scraps thrown in the water to lure fish closer.

How do you pronounce “burley”?

“Burley” is pronounced BUR-lee (/ˈbɜː(ɹ)li/ in IPA).

How do you use “burley” in a sentence?

Here is “burley” used in a sentence: “The cigarette blend uses burley for its light, sweet flavour.”

What part of speech is “burley”?

“Burley” is a noun.

How many meanings does “burley” have?

“Burley” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a mild variety of tobacco grown mainly in Kentucky and used in cigarette blends.