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roust

We found 7 definitions of roust from 4 different sources.

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What does roust mean?

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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • roust (v. t.)
    To rouse; to disturb; as, to roust one out.
  • roust (n.)
    A strong tide or current, especially in a narrow channel.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book ⛵

  • roust
    A word used in the north of Scotland to signify a tumultuous current or tide, occasioned by the meeting of rapid waters. (See ROOST.)

Part of speech

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  • roust, verb, present, 1st person singular of roust (infinitive).
  • roust, verb (infinitive).

Pronunciation

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Sign Language

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