Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈbʌskɪn/

A type of thick-soled boot that reaches halfway to the knee; also associated with tragic drama in ancient times.

"The actor wore a buskin as part of his classical costume."

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bust

noun/verb
/bʌst/

As a noun: A sculpture of a person's head, shoulders, and chest; As a verb: To break, smash, or arrest.

"The police busted the gang last night."

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bustle

verb, noun
/ˈbʌsəl/

to move in an energetic or noisy manner; busy activity in a place

"The marketplace bustled with vendors and customers."

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busty

adjective
/ˈbʌsti/

having a large or full bust; describing a woman with a prominent chest

"The actress was often described as busty in fashion magazines."

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busy

adjective
/ˈbɪzi/

actively engaged in work or activity; occupied

"He is too busy to answer the phone."

but definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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but

conjunction
/bʌt/

used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned

"She wanted to go out, but it was raining heavily."

noun
/ˈbʊt.ʃər/

a person whose job is cutting up and selling meat in a shop

"The butcher recommended the best cut of beef for our dinner."

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butt

noun, verb
/bʌt/

to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette

"The goat butted the fence with its horns."

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butte

noun
/bjuːt/

an isolated hill with steep sides and a flat top, common in arid regions

"The travelers could see a tall butte rising in the desert."

noun, verb
/ˈbʌtər/

a pale yellow edible fat made from cream; to spread butter on something

"She buttered a slice of bread before eating."

noun
/ˈbʌt.ər fɪʃ/

a small, smooth-skinned marine fish

"The butter-fish is popular in Bengali cuisine."

noun
/ˈbʌt.ər.flaɪ/

a flying insect with large colorful wings

"The beautiful butterfly landed on the flower."

noun
/ˈbʌtərflaɪ/

an insect with large, often brightly colored wings that flies during the day

"A beautiful butterfly landed on the flower."

noun
/ˈbʌt.ə.flaɪ piː/

a blue flowering plant with butterfly-shaped flowers, used to make herbal tea

"Butterfly pea flowers turn tea into a beautiful blue color."

Butterfly Population definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈbʌtərflaɪ ˌpɒpjəˈleɪʃən

The total number of butterflies in a particular area or ecosystem.

"The butterfly population is declining due to habitat loss."

button definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈbʌtən/

a small disc or knob used to fasten clothing or as a control on a device

"He pressed the red button to start the machine."

buttress definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb
/ˈbʌtrəs/

a structure built against a wall for support; to support or strengthen

"The cathedral walls were buttressed to prevent collapse."

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buxom

adjective
/ˈbʌksəm/

Plump, with a full figure and often large-breasted, especially used to describe women.

"The actress was described as a cheerful and buxom woman."

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buy

verb
/baɪ/

to acquire something in exchange for money

"She went to the market to buy fresh vegetables."

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buyer

noun
/ˈbaɪər/

a person who makes a purchase

"The buyer inspected the car before making payment."

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buzz

noun, verb
/bʌz/

to make a low continuous humming sound; a feeling of excitement or interest

"I could hear the phone buzz during the meeting."

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by

preposition
/baɪ/

indicating the agent performing an action, or the means of achieving something

"The book was written by a famous author."

noun
/ˈbaɪ.lɔː/

A rule made by a company, organization, or local authority to control the actions of its members.

"The city council passed a new by-law regulating street vendors."

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bye

interjection
/baɪ/

used to say goodbye; a short and informal farewell

"I said bye to her before leaving."

noun/adjective
/ˈbaɪ.ɡɒn/

Something belonging to an earlier time; past and no longer existing.

"He often talks about the traditions of bygone days."

noun
/ˈbaɪ.laɪn/

A line in a newspaper or magazine article that names the writer.

"Her byline appeared on the front page of the newspaper."

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byzantine

adjective
/ˈbɪz.ən.taɪn/ or /ˈbaɪ.zənˌtiːn/

Extremely complicated and detailed; relating to the Byzantine Empire or its style.

"The new tax regulations are so byzantine that few understand them."