Busy /ˈbɪzi/

The meaning and definition of Busy, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A police officer.

verb

To make somebody busy or active; to occupy.
“On my vacation I'll busy myself with gardening.”
To rush somebody.

adjective

Crowded with business or activities; having a great deal going on.
“We crossed a busy street.”
Engaged in activity or by someone else.
“He is busy with piano practice.”

Synonyms swamped

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