Burton
6 lettersnounrareUpdated February 2026
Definition
A type of tackle used for lifting heavy objects, especially on ships.
“The sailors used a burton to hoist the cargo aboard.”
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Contains UR vowel pair, nautical term.
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Worth 8 points, uncommon but valid word.
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