Busby

5 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

A tall fur hat worn by certain military regiments, especially the Hussars.

“The guardsman's busby towered above the crowd.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈbʌz.bi/

Syllables

bus·by

Related Words

Synonyms

bearskinshako

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

"Busby" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants.

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Scrabble

"Busby" is worth 12 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.

Words Related to Busby

Words one letter different

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bubby bulby bushy busky bussy busty

Words you can make from Busby

Shorter words formed from the letters in “busby”.

bubs busy buys

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