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Buns: meaning, definitions and examples

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buns

 

[ bสŒnz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food item

Buns are soft, round bread rolls used as a base for a variety of foods, typically sandwiches or burgers. They are often slightly sweet and can be made from various types of dough, sometimes enriched with ingredients like milk or butter. Buns can also be steamed or baked, depending on the culinary tradition.

Synonyms

bread rolls, loaves, rolls

Examples of usage

  • I ordered a burger with a toasted bun.
  • She baked fresh cinnamon buns for breakfast.
  • The hot dog was served in a soft bun.
  • He prefers a whole wheat bun for his sandwich.
Context #2 | Noun

hairstyle

In hairstyling, a bun refers to a hairstyle in which the hair is gathered into a round shape and secured at the back or top of the head. This style is commonly worn in formal settings or by those in dance and performing arts for practicality and neatness.

Synonyms

chignon, twist, updo

Examples of usage

  • She wore her hair in a sleek bun for the gala.
  • The dancer had a perfect ballet bun.
  • A bun hairstyle can be elegant and simple.
  • He noticed her hair was twisted into a messy bun.

Translations

Translations of the word "buns" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pรฃes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคจเฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Brรถtchen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ roti

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒะปะพั‡ะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ buล‚ki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒณใ‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท petits pains

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bollos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ekmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุจุฒ ุตุบูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bulky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพemle

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐๅœ†้ขๅŒ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกtruฤki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brauรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงรถrษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ panecillos

Etymology

The word 'bun' comes from the Middle English term 'bunne', which is a diminutive of the word 'bunne' used historically to describe a small rounded bread or pastry. Its origin can be traced further to the Old English 'buna', meaning a small loaf. The culinary use of the term has evolved, with buns being integral to various cultures worldwide for making sandwiches, burgers, and pastries. The hairstyle 'bun' likely derived from the rounded shape associated with certain types of bread, reflecting both aesthetics and practicality. Over time, the word has maintained its relevance in both cooking and fashion contexts, illustrating the versatility of this simple term.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,867, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.