Burly Definition & Meaning
burly
- adjective
- muscular and heavily built; "a beefy wrestler"; "had a tall burly frame"; "clothing sizes for husky boys"; "a strapping boy of eighteen"; "`buirdly' is a Scottish term"
"Burly" in song lyrics
See how burly is used in real songs:
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"Her hair so curly and look at me burly"
Pigeon John — Deception -
"fmf burly"
AOL — AOL -
"burly 18"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with burly
Usage tips for "burly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "burly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for burly to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does burly mean?
- muscular and heavily built; "a beefy wrestler"; "had a tall burly frame"; "clothing sizes for husky boys"; "a strapping boy of eighteen"; "`buirdly' is a Scottish term"
- What part of speech is burly?
- Burly is an adjective.