Burke Definition

burke
noun
  1. British statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the American colonists in British Parliament and defended the parliamentary system (1729-1797)
  2. United States frontierswoman and legendary figure of the Wild West noted for her marksmanship (1852-1903)
verb
  1. murder without leaving a trace on the body
  2. get rid of, silence, or suppress; "burke an issue"

"Burke" in song lyrics

See how burke is used in real songs:

  • "On the throne puttin in work like Solomon Burke"
    Ugly Duckling — Left Behind
  • "dooney and burke"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cheap hand bags dooney and burke"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "burke"

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