noun
busby
BUHZ-bee
Busby (noun) means a tall fur hat, often topped with a plume, worn by certain military units. Example: “The guardsman stood at attention in his black busby.”
noun
1
A tall fur hat, often topped with a plume, worn by certain military units.
"His head was shaped like a busby, a high solid arrogant rock, covered with thick moss."
— Saul Bellow, Humboldt’s Gift (1976)
"The guardsman stood at attention in his black busby."
How to use busby
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tall ceremonial fur hat worn by some soldiers, especially in British guard regiments.
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Word forms
- Plural
- busbies, busbys
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The guardsman stood at attention in his black _____.
Etymology
Origin uncertain; likely derived from the surname Busby.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “busby” mean?
The word “busby” means a tall fur hat, often topped with a plume, worn by certain military units. In plain terms, a tall ceremonial fur hat worn by some soldiers, especially in British guard regiments.
How do you pronounce “busby”?
“Busby” is pronounced BUHZ-bee (/ˈbʌz.bi/ in IPA).
How do you use “busby” in a sentence?
Here is “busby” used in a sentence: “The guardsman stood at attention in his black busby.”
What part of speech is “busby”?
“Busby” is a noun.
