noun
busby
BUHZ-bee
noun
1
A tall fur hat, often topped with a plume, worn by certain military units.
"The guardsman stood at attention in his black busby."
How to Use Busby
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tall ceremonial fur hat worn by some soldiers, especially in British guard regiments.
Word Forms
busbies plural, busbys plural, Busbys plural
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Etymology
Origin uncertain; likely derived from the surname Busby.