noun
burthen
Burthen (noun) means Archaic form of burden.
noun
1
Archaic form of burden.
2
The tonnage of a ship based on the number of tuns of wine that it could carry in its holds.
3
Rarely used musical tempo, meaning slow and ponderous (e.g., moving under a burden); similar to largo.
4
A section of music with the tempo mark burthen.
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Etymology
Old form of burden. Compare similar development in murder.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of burthen?
"burthen" (noun) means archaic form of burden.
What are the different meanings of burthen?
"burthen" has 3 main meanings: 1. Archaic form of burden; 2. The tonnage of a ship based on the number of tuns of wine that it could carry in its holds; 3. Rarely used musical tempo, meaning slow and ponderous (e.g., moving under a burden); similar to largo.