Buns — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun plural noun /ˈbən/

Meaning & Definition of Buns

Buns (noun)

  1. a sweet or plain small bread; especially, a round roll
  2. a knot of hair shaped like a bun
  3. buttocks
  4. load
  5. an oblong sweet roll frosted with usually white or pink glossy icing

Buns (plural noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the part of the body upon which someone sits

    "an exercise to firm your buns"

    similar: backside, behind, booty (slang), bottom, breech, bum, butt, buttocks, caboose, can, cheeks, derriere, duff, fanny, fundament, hams, haunches, heinie (slang), hunkers, keister (slang), nates, posterior, rear, rear end, rump, seat, tail, tail end, tush (slang)
    related: beam, stern, moon (slang)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Buns

The most common words with a similar meaning to Buns:

Slang: booty, heinie, keister, tush
backside, behind, bottom, breech, bum, butt, buttocks, caboose, can, cheeks, derriere, duff, fanny, fundament, hams, haunches, hunkers, nates, posterior, rear, rear end, rump, seat, tail, tail end

Related Words for Buns

beam, stern, moon

Word Forms of Buns

Inflections: iced buns

Origin & Etymology of Buns

Middle English bunne

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Buns

What does "Buns" mean?

"Buns" means a sweet or plain small bread; especially, a round roll. As an a noun and a plural noun, it is defined as: a sweet or plain small bread; especially, a round roll.

What is another word for "Buns"?

Other words for "Buns" include backside, behind, booty, bottom, breech, bum, butt and buttocks. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Buns" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Buns"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Buns". Common alternatives include backside, behind, booty, bottom, breech, bum, butt, buttocks, caboose and can.

What is a slang word for "Buns"?

Slang words for "Buns" include booty, heinie, keister and tush.

How do you use "Buns" in a sentence?

Examples of "Buns" in a sentence: "an exercise to firm your buns".

Is "Buns" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Buns" can be used as a noun and a plural noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Buns"?

"Buns" is pronounced /ˈbən/.

What is the origin of the word "Buns"?

"Buns" comes from Middle English bunne. First known use: 14th century.