Meaning & Definition of word "Buss"
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Buss
/bʌs/
noun:
- 1. a kiss.
- Example: The couple exchanged a sweet buss as they said goodbye.
- 2. a term used in some English dialects for a kiss.
- Example: In the old poem, the lovers promised a buss beneath the moonlight.
- 3. a large bus.
- Example: The city introduced a new buss for public transport, making it easier for residents to travel.
verb:
- 1. to kiss.
- Example: She gave him a quick buss on the cheek before leaving.
- 2. to kiss gently.
- Example: He bussed her softly, leaving her smiling unexpectedly.
Etymology
Middle English, from the word busse, which is a variant of 'buss' derived from the verb 'bussen'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
buss on the cheek:
a light kiss given on the cheek as a greeting or show of affection.
buss it:
slang for giving someone a kiss, often playfully.
Related Words
kiss:
a touching of one's lips with someone else's as a sign of love, sexual desire, or greeting.
peck:
a quick and gentle kiss.
smooch:
to kiss someone with exaggerated affection.
Slang Meanings of buss
Meaning: to kiss someone passionately.
Example Sentence: They were bussed up in the corner of the party.
Meaning: to bus someone can also refer to delivering a passionate kiss.
Example Sentence: He bussed her right in front of their friends.