Busy

/ˈbΙͺzi/

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

Definition

adjective
  1. Crowded with business or activities; having a great deal going on.
    β€œWe crossed a busy street.”
  2. Engaged in activity or by someone else.
    β€œHe is busy with piano practice.”
verb
  1. To make somebody busy or active; to occupy.
    β€œOn my vacation I'll busy myself with gardening.”
  2. To rush somebody.

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Synonyms swamped

Origin

From Middle English busi.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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