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Definition of burton

burton

/ˈbɜːr.tən/
bur · ton
Plural:burtons
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• noun

1

A small, light tackle consisting of two or three pulley blocks and a hook, used aboard ships for hoisting loads or tightening rigging.

Example

"The deckhands rigged a Spanish burton to hoist the heavy cargo crates out of the hold."

2

British A rich, strong, dark-brown English ale originally brewed in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire.

Example

"The historic pub still serves a traditional winter burton on cask during the colder months."

• Rhymes for burton

• Nearby Words

bursitis
burst
bursting
burton
burundi
bury
bus

Word Origin & Etymology

The nautical sense of 'burton' dates to the late 16th century and is thought to derive from the surname Burton or from 'Briton'. The brewing sense derives from Burton upon Trent, a town in Staffordshire, England, renowned for its mineral-rich water and centuries-old brewing tradition.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Burton. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/burton
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