bust
bust
bʌst
bast
burst

Definition & Meaning of "bust"in English

Bust
01

an event marked by excessive eating or drinking 

bust definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
busts
Examples
The holiday dinner turned into a real bust. 
02

a sculpture representing someone's head, shoulders, and chest 

bust definition and meaning

What is a "bust"?

A bust is a sculpted representation of a person's head and upper torso. It typically includes the shoulders and sometimes part of the chest, but does not include the entire body. Busts are often used to honor notable individuals and are commonly displayed in places like museums, public spaces, or homes. They provide a detailed view of the subject's face and upper body, capturing their likeness and expression.

Examples
The museum's collection included a marble bust of Julius Caesar, sculpted by a renowned artist during the Roman era. 
03

the chest or upper torso of a woman 

What is "bust"?

The bust refers to the upper portion of the human torso, particularly the chest area encompassing the breasts. It is a term commonly used to describe the size, shape, and prominence of a person's breasts. The bust carries both aesthetic and cultural significance, often associated with femininity, attractiveness, and body proportions. It can vary greatly among individuals, influenced by factors such as genetics, hormonal changes, and lifestyle. The bust is a prominent feature that plays a role in body image, self-confidence, and societal perceptions of beauty. It is a unique aspect of the human body that reflects individuality and diversity.

Examples
She measured her bust before ordering the gown. 
04

something that fails completely 

Examples
The product launch was a total bust. 
05

a raid or arrest, often resulting from police or law enforcement investigations 

Slang
Examples
The drug bust happened early this morning. 
to bust
01

to forcefully break something open or apart 

Transitive: to bust sth
to bust definition and meaning
Examples
The firefighters had to bust the door to rescue the trapped occupants. 
02

to make something unusable or ineffective 

Transitive: to bust a device
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
bust
3rd person singular
busts
Present participle
busting
Past simple
busted
Past participle
busted
Examples
The power surge busted the computer's motherboard, making it inoperative. 
03

to conduct a sudden and forceful entry into a place to search for something or to apprehend individuals 

Transitive: to bust a place or operation
Examples
The police busted the drug den and arrested several suspects. 
01

describing a person or company that is bankrupt or financially ruined 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
bustest
Comparative
buster
gradable
Examples
After years of poor sales, the company went bust and closed its doors. 
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