English Explanatory Dictionary

Burin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A town in Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador.
noun
  1. A chisel with a sharp point, used for engraving; a graver.
  2. A prehistoric flint tool

Pronunciation

/ˈbjʊər.ɪn/ /ˈbjʊɚ.ɪn/ /ˈbɝ.ɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-burin.wav

Word forms

Burin burins

Etymology

Likely derived from Basque buru (“head”), referring here to a headland or promontory.

Derived words

burinate burination burinist microburin
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