Bruce Definition & Meaning

bruce
noun
  1. Australian physician and bacteriologist who described the bacterium that causes undulant fever or brucellosis (1855-1931)
  2. king of Scotland from 1306 to 1329; defeated the English army under Edward II at Bannockburn and gained recognition of Scottish independence (1274-1329)

"Bruce" in song lyrics

See how bruce is used in real songs:

  • "Let's ooze loose out tools, Lee without the Bruce"
    Ali — 360
  • "Hood rats say Vegas and the models say Bruce"
    Ali Vegas — Gangsta Boogie
  • "Little Bruce:"
    B-Legit f/ C-Bo, Lil' Bruce — Gotta Buy Your Dope From Us

Usage tips for "bruce"

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