Bust

noun

/ˈbʌst/

Word Frequency: 2.6

Definitions

1.nounA sculptural portrayal of a person's head and shoulders.

2.nounThe breasts and upper thorax of a woman.

3.nounThe downward portion of a boom and bust cycle; a recession.

4.nounA police raid or takedown of a criminal enterprise.

5.nounA disappointment.

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