Bust ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Bust ( noun )

1. A sculpture of a person's head, neck, and shoulders.
2. A woman's breast or torso, especially as represented in art.
3. A sudden and unexpected financial failure or decline.
4. A police raid or action.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from italian busto, from latin bustum 'funeral pyre, tomb', of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She was an artist who specialized in bust portraits.
2. The bust of Julius Caesar is displayed in the museum.
3. He suffered a bust in his business, leaving him with nothing.
4. A drug bust was made yesterday, leading to several arrests.
5. The art bust of Cleopatra is considered one of the finest works of its kind.

(As a verb)

Bust ( verb )

1. A sculpture of a person's head, neck, and shoulders.
2. A woman's breast or torso, especially as represented in art.
3. A sudden and unexpected financial failure or decline.
4. A police raid or action.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from italian busto, from latin bustum 'funeral pyre, tomb', of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She was an artist who specialized in bust portraits.
2. The bust of Julius Caesar is displayed in the museum.
3. He suffered a bust in his business, leaving him with nothing.
4. A drug bust was made yesterday, leading to several arrests.
5. The art bust of Cleopatra is considered one of the finest works of its kind.