Burroughs Definition & Meaning
burroughs
- noun
- United States writer noted for his works portraying the life of drug addicts (1914-1997)
- United States inventor who patented the first practical adding machine (1855-1898)
- United States novelist and author of the Tarzan stories (1875-1950)
"Burroughs" in song lyrics
See how burroughs is used in real songs:
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"Reppin the 5 burroughs"
O.C. — Dr. Know -
"Paint my life story on a fly mural through the five Burroughs"
Trife Diesel f/ B.o.B, Inspectah Deck — Speed of Life -
"wild boys william burroughs"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with burroughs
Usage tips for "burroughs"
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