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busy
01
having so many things to do in a way that leaves not much free time
Examples
As a student, Jenny is always busy with assignments, exams, and extracurricular activities.
02
(of a place) full of activity or people
Examples
The market was busy with shoppers looking for fresh produce.
03
overly detailed, cluttered, or visually complex
04
intrusive, meddling, or offensively interfering
Examples
A busy neighbor complained about every minor issue.
05
(of a phone line) engaged in a call, meaning no new calls can be connected at that time
Dialect
American
American
Examples
She kept getting a busy signal when she tried to call her friend.
to busy
01
to occupy oneself with tasks or activities
Lexical Tree
busily
business
busyness
busy
