verb
busk
Busk (verb) means to perform music or other entertainment in public places, such as the street, to earn money.
verb
1
To perform music or other entertainment in public places, such as the street, to earn money.
2
(archaic) To go round pubs and similar places selling items, such as indecent books.
3
(nautical, archaic) To sail back and forth, changing direction repeatedly.
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Etymology
Apparently from French busquer or Spanish buscar.
Rhymes for busk
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What is the meaning of busk?
"busk" (verb) means to perform music or other entertainment in public places, such as the street, to earn money.
What are the different meanings of busk?
"busk" has 3 main meanings: 1. To perform music or other entertainment in public places, such as the street, to earn money; 2. (archaic) To go round pubs and similar places selling items, such as indecent books; 3. (nautical, archaic) To sail back and forth, changing direction repeatedly.
