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.