BUSKIN


Meaning of BUSKIN in English

noun a strong, protecting covering for the foot, coming some distance up the leg.

2. buskin ·noun a similar covering for the foot and leg, made with very thick soles, to give an appearance of elevation to the stature;

— worn by tragic actors in ancient greece and rome. used as a symbol of tragedy, or the tragic drama, as distinguished from comedy.

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