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Busk
Open directlyWebster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 1 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
A thin, elastic strip of metal, whalebone, wood, or other material, worn in the front of a corset. Her long slit sleeves, stiff busk, puff verdingall, Is all that makes her thus angelical. Marston.
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 2
Part of speech: verb (v.)
1. To prepare; to make ready; to array; to dress. [Scot. & Old Eng.] Busk you, busk you, my bonny, bonny bride. Hamilton.
2. To go; to direct one's course. [Obs.] Ye might have busked you to Huntly banks. Skelton.