burton

== English == === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Noun === burton (plural burtons) (archaic) An arrangement of blocks and pulleys, especially for tightening rigging on a ship. (archaic) Storage of cargo athwartships. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== === Anagrams === Bruton, to burn == Middle English == === Verb === burton alternative form of bourden (“to conflict”)