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Laced half-boot of Ancient Rome
Wikimedia Commons has media related to cothurns. A buskin is a knee- or calf-length boot made of leather or cloth, enclosed by material, and laced, from
Buskin
Ancient symbols of comedy and tragedy
Sock and buskin are ancient symbols of comedy and tragedy. In ancient Greek theatre, actors in tragic roles wore a boot called a buskin (Latin cothurnus)
Sock_and_buskin
Pair of masks representing the performing arts
the sock and buskin, which have also come to represent comedy and tragedy, and the masks are thus sometimes referred to as Sock and Buskin. The masks have
Comedy_and_tragedy_masks
American singer
Buskin grew up in New York City. He graduated from Brown University in 1965 in the middle of the folk music era. After Brown, he attended Berklee College
David_Buskin
River in Alaska, the United States of America
The Buskin River is a river on Kodiak Island in the state of Alaska. It is 3.5 miles (5.6 km) long, and is 3.7 miles (6.0 km) southwest of the island's
Buskin_River
American-bred Thoroughbred racehorse
Buskin (1910 – July 5, 1917) was an American Thoroughbred racehorse is best known for winning the 1913 Preakness Stakes. Owned and trained by John Whalen
Buskin_(horse)
Island off the coast of Alaska, United States
road for the Buskin River State Recreation Site, which has camping, picnic areas, beaches, and fishing for salmon and trout in the Buskin River. The Pasagshak
Kodiak_Island
Public university in Ottawa, Canada
Retrieved 2 October 2019. "Sock 'n' Buskin Theatre Company". Sock n Buskin. Retrieved 6 May 2016. "About". Sock 'n' Buskin Theatre Company. Retrieved 2 October
Carleton_University
1980 film by John Landis
Partial credits from Richard Buskin and Bob Tischler. Additional credits from the album's liner notes. According to Buskin and producer/engineer Tischler
The_Blues_Brothers_(film)
1974 single by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Klan. Partial credits (those noted with a reference) mostly via Richard Buskin and Rodney Mills. Ronnie Van Zant – lead vocals Ed King – lead guitar, backing
Sweet_Home_Alabama
1921 novel by Rafael Sabatini
Scaramouche is a historical novel by Rafael Sabatini, originally published in 1921. A romantic adventure, Scaramouche tells the story of a young lawyer
Scaramouche_(novel)
American singer (1943–1971)
Archived from the original on March 11, 2020. Retrieved November 6, 2021. Buskin, Richard. "Classic Tracks: The Doors 'Strange Days'". Sound on Sound. Archived
Jim_Morrison
1991 film by Jon Avnet
Prize Films". The New York Times. p. C, 21. Retrieved September 8, 2020. Buskin, Richard (June 1997). "Arthur Baker: From Planet Rock To Star Maker". Sound
Fried_Green_Tomatoes
American singer and actress (born 1984)
a development deal with Buskin Records founded by Jeffrey Evans, who Day asked to be her manager in 2013. Later Day & Buskin earned a record deal with
Andra_Day
1983 single by the Police
Everybody" (Remix) – 3:34 "Man in a Suitcase" (Live) – 2:18 Credits from Richard Buskin and co-producer and engineer Hugh Padgham. Sting – lead, harmony, and backing
Every_Breath_You_Take
1979 single by Gary Moore
[better source needed] It became Gary Moore's signature song. According to Richard Buskin, the opening line, "I remember Paris in '49", was an amendment of the line
Parisienne_Walkways
1980 studio album by Peter Criss
synthesizer programming Greg Zanthus Winter – synthesizer programming David Buskin – backing vocals George Young – saxophone on "Where Will They Run?" The
Out of Control (Peter Criss album)
Out_of_Control_(Peter_Criss_album)
English electronic band
2raumwohnung". MUNA (in German). Archived from the original on 29 October 2009. Buskin, Richard (February 2007). "Classic Tracks: Depeche Mode 'People Are People'"
Depeche_Mode
Riding garment or overskirt worn by women
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Safeguard_(costume)
American singer-songwriter (1942–1986)
the final Kate Wolf Music Festival.[citation needed] American folk duo Buskin and Batteau wrote "Never Cry Wolf" as a tribute to Wolf. Scottish-born Australian
Kate_Wolf
Single by the British band The Zombies
the way different musical climate of 1969." Partial credits from Richard Buskin and Rod Argent. Colin Blunstone – lead and backing vocals Rod Argent – Hammond
Time_of_the_Season
American stakes race for Thoroughbreds, part of the Triple Crown
and 3 winners branched through the Hindoo (1878) line), most recently Buskin in 1913 the Godolphin Arabian (1724c) sire line produced 7 winners (6 colts
Preakness_Stakes
American comedian and actress (1917–2012)
Lampshade in a Whorehouse – My Life in Comedy, co-written with Richard Buskin, was published in 2006. In it, Diller told of an unhappy childhood with
Phyllis_Diller
Mountain in Alaska, United States
elevation, relief is significant since the peak rises over 2,300 feet above Buskin Lake in only 1.5 mi (2 km). This peak's descriptive name was first published
Pyramid Mountain (Kodiak Island)
Pyramid_Mountain_(Kodiak_Island)
1994 single by Green Day
Song Exploder (Podcast). Retrieved February 12, 2026. Spitz, p. 83-86 Buskin, Richard. "Green Day: Basket Case" Archived November 1, 2013, at the Wayback
Basket_Case_(song)
1973 film by William Friedkin
Archived from the original on February 21, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2020. Buskin, Richard (January 2001). "The Exorcist unseen". Studio Sound. Retrieved
The_Exorcist
American singer, songwriter, and record producer
before releasing debut single "Turquoise Cowboy". Her debut project, BIG BUSKIN', described as "a genre-bending mix of country, indie rock, pop, and soul
Ink_(musician)
1995 debut album by Tricky
n.d.. Fox 2010, p. 5. Shields 2003, p. 1109; Pride 1995, p. 80. Buskin 2007. Buskin 2007; Byers 2008. Reynolds 2013, p. 332. Christgau 1995a; Hunter
Maxinquaye
Musical artist
the horror film Jug Face playing spoons, and in 2015 she was filmed for Buskin' Blues, a documentary about the street performance scene in Asheville. In
Abby_the_Spoon_Lady
English musical artist (born 1945)
2025. George Tremlett (1976). The 10cc Story. Futura. ISBN 0-86007-378-5. Buskin, Richard (June 2005). "Classic Tracks: 10cc – 'I'm Not in Love'". Sound
Kevin_Godley
1964 single by the Zombies
(19 December 2018). "Top 10 songs by the Zombies". Ultimate Classic Rock. Buskin, Richard. "Classic Tracks: The Zombies 'Time of the Season'". SoundOnSound
She's_Not_There
Special television series by the Beatles
viewers. The documentary was met with generally positive reviews. Richard Buskin, author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Beatles, commented that the retelling
The Beatles Anthology (TV series)
The_Beatles_Anthology_(TV_series)
1972 studio album by The Staple Singers
presidential election in the United States. Partial credits from Richard Buskin and Terry Manning. Mavis Staples – vocals Pops Staples – vocals Cleotha
Be_Altitude:_Respect_Yourself
Japanese artist and activist (born 1933)
Macmillan. Miles 2001, p. 246. Miles 1997, p. 272. Harry 2001, p. 682. Buskin, Richard. "John Lennon: John Lennon Meets Yoko Ono". HowStuffWorks.com.
Yoko_Ono
Discography
21 January 2025. Buskin, Richard (April 2005). "Classic Tracks: Chic 'Le Freak'". Sound On Sound. Retrieved 22 January 2025. Buskin, Richard (July 2006)
Bob Clearmountain production discography
Bob_Clearmountain_production_discography
Sheepskin Thigh-high Tzangion Ugg Wellington boot Brogan Brogue Brothel creeper Buskin Caligae Calceus Cantabrian albarcas Chopine Ciocia Cleats Football boots
List_of_shoe_styles
1978 studio album by Chic
Gilday, Katherine (December 20, 1978). "Pop". The Globe and Mail. p. F9. Buskin, Richard. "Classic Tracks: Chic 'Le Freak'". SoundOnSound. Sound On Sound
C'est_Chic
Norwegian singer (born 1959)
of the Moon". Entertainment Weekly. Time Inc. Retrieved 24 January 2010. Buskin, Richard (March 2011). "Classic Tracks: A-ha 'Take On Me'". Sound on Sound
Morten_Harket
Music recording studio in Memphis, Tennessee
San Francisco, United States: Chronicle Books. p. 94. ISBN 0-8118-3394-1. Buskin, Richard (October 2003). "Sam Phillips: Sun Records". Sound On Sound. Retrieved
Phillips_Recording
French folk heroine and saint (1412–1431)
joined to the doublet with twenty laces, tight boots, spurs, a breastplate, buskins, a sword, a dagger, and a lance. She was also described as wearing furs
Joan_of_Arc
Muse of tragedy in Greek mythology
particularly for poets. Depictions of Melpomene may include a tragic mask, buskins, lyres, scrolls, and a crown of leaves. She may also be shown with a dagger
Melpomene
1999 studio album by Anal Cunt
Are Cool" Putnam 0:43 32. "I'm Really Excited About the Upcoming David Buskin Concert" Martin, Putnam 0:45 33. "Being Ignorant Is Awesome" Putnam 1:03
It_Just_Gets_Worse
Census-designated place in Webb County, Texas
Laredo. The town's name originates from the Spanish term botín, which means buskin, boot, or legging. It is one of several colonias in the county. According
Botines,_Texas
1990 studio album by Judy Collins
"Queen of the Night", mostly with songwriters Robin Batteau and David Buskin. A studio version of the song "From a Distance" was included; it was presented
Fires_of_Eden_(album)
1978 live album by the Blues Brothers
creation of the Blues Brothers characters. Partial credits from Richard Buskin and the album's liner notes. "Joliet" Jake Blues (John Belushi) – lead vocals
Briefcase_Full_of_Blues
sonnet booger, sugar briefly, chiefly broadcast, podcast bullet, pullet buskin, Ruskin buttock, futtock cadre, padre cartridge, partridge cavern, tavern
List of closed pairs of English rhyming words
List_of_closed_pairs_of_English_rhyming_words
1983 studio album by the Police
found on other releases: Adapted from the album's liner notes and Richard Buskin. The Police Sting – lead vocals, backing vocals, bass guitar, synthesisers
Synchronicity (The Police album)
Synchronicity_(The_Police_album)
2003 single by Muse
Archived from the original on 3 October 2009. Retrieved 13 August 2020. Buskin, Richard (December 2003). "Rich Costey: Producer". Sound on Sound. Retrieved
Time Is Running Out (Muse song)
Time_Is_Running_Out_(Muse_song)
American music industry executive
named Frankie "Mr. Big" Lideo, very similar to Frank DiLeo! WSJ article Buskin, Richard, Sheryl Crow: No Fool To This Game (2002), pp. 44–45. Hollywood
Frank_DiLeo
1983 single by Wham!
Twenty Five – George Michael Archived 10 March 2016 at the Wayback Machine. Buskin, Richard (March 2013). "Classic Tracks: George Michael 'Faith'". Sound on
Club_Tropicana
American rock band
Over". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on March 29, 2007. Buskin, Richard (September 2010). "The Eagles 'Hotel California' Classic Tracks"
Eagles_(band)
1978 album by the Jam
(revised and updated ed.). Universe Publishing. p. 58. ISBN 978-0-7893-2074-2. Buskin, Richard (March 2007). "Classic Tracks: The Jam 'The Eton Rifles'". Sound
All_Mod_Cons
Chinese torture method
lack of an equivalent word. Brodequin is an obsolete English name for a buskin or "a high boot reaching about half-way up the calves of the legs" (OED)
Jiagun
1969 song by the Beatles
Everett 1999, pp. 259–260. Pedler 2003, pp. 428–433. Mellers 1973, p. 118. Buskin 1999, pp. 64–65. Lewisohn 1988, pp. 184–185. "77 – 'Because'". Rolling Stone
Because_(Beatles_song)
1282 between Trebizond and the Byzantine Empire
was also made to discard the attendant insignia (e.g. exchanging the red buskins traditionally worn by Byzantine emperors for black). the marriage of Eudokia
Byzantine–Trapezuntine treaty of 1282
Byzantine–Trapezuntine_treaty_of_1282
1983 single by Pretenders
distance". The A.V. Club. 22 September 2014. Retrieved 28 August 2015. Buskin, Richard (5 September 2005). "CLASSIC TRACKS: The Pretenders 'Back On The
2000_Miles
American actor and musician
2014 Beautiful Now Chris 2015 The Vatican Tapes Pete 2018 After Darkness Raymond Beaty Jr. 2019 Sock & Buskin Paul Buschini 2024 Detained Robert Audrey
John_Patrick_Amedori
American musician and record producer
"Butch Vig: 'Contrary to Popular Belief, Nirvana Were Not Slackers'". Buskin, Richard (March 1997). "BUTCH VIG: Nevermind The Garbage". Sound on Sound
Butch_Vig
1976 single by Sex Pistols
their last song with lead singer Vince Neil until 1997's Generation Swine. Buskin, Richard (September 2004). "Classic Tracks: The Sex Pistols 'Anarchy In
Anarchy_in_the_U.K.
2000 compilation album by Marcia Hines
"Fire and Rain" (James Taylor) – 4:46 "Don't Let the Grass Grow" (David Buskin) – 2:59 "April Sun in Cuba" (Paul Hewson, Marc Hunter) – 3:46 "Where Did
Queen_of_Pop_(album)
1985 single by Bruce Springsteen
country songs by rock bands". AL.com. Retrieved November 7, 2024. Richard Buskin (March 2010). "Bruce Springsteen 'Born In The USA' – Classic Tracks". Sound
I'm_on_Fire
1991 single by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
October 21, 2017, one day after what would have been Petty's 67th birthday. Buskin, Richard (February 2014). "Classic Tracks: Tom Petty 'Learning To Fly'"
Learning to Fly (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers song)
Learning_to_Fly_(Tom_Petty_and_the_Heartbreakers_song)
1967 studio album by the Doors
Retrieved May 26, 2021. Perone 2004, p. 24. Matijas-Mecca 2020, p. 78. Buskin, Richard. "Classic Tracks: The Doors 'Strange Days'". Sound on Sound. Retrieved
Strange Days (The Doors album)
Strange_Days_(The_Doors_album)
American theatre producer
Music and comedy guests included Jared Bradshaw, Steve Hayes, David Buskin, Sophie Buskin, Willy Falk, Angela LaGreca, and Charlotte Maltby. Jamie deRoy produced
Jamie_deRoy
Recording studio in London, England
features recorded at RAK". RecordProduction. Retrieved 23 October 2016. Buskin, Richard (January 2005). "Classic Tracks: The Smiths 'The Queen Is Dead'"
RAK_Studios
Moscow City Duma electoral constituency
succeeded retiring one-term United Russia incumbent and park director Igor Buskin, redistricted there from District 13. 1993–1997: Bogorodskoye, Metrogorodok
Moscow_City_Duma_District_12
1976 song performed by Stevie Wonder
(Podcast). Slate. Retrieved April 18, 2024. "Pastime Paradise". AllMusic. Buskin, Richard (December 2007). "Classic Tracks: Stevie Wonder 'Pastime Paradise'"
Pastime_Paradise
1984 single by George Michael
Wham!'s First Tour (1983)". No. 1 magazine. Retrieved 20 February 2021. Buskin, Richard (1 March 2013). "Classic Tracks: George Michael 'Faith'". Sound
Careless_Whisper
1978 single by The Rolling Stones
McPherson, Ian. "Miss You". Timeisonourside.com. Retrieved 8 June 2014. Buskin, Richard (April 2004). "Classic Tracks: 'Start Me Up'". Sound on Sound.
Miss You (Rolling Stones song)
Miss_You_(Rolling_Stones_song)
1999 American TV series or program
as Margie Taborah Johnson as Anne Hutchinson Jackie Richardson as Bea Buskins Brian Heighton as Todd Jack Duffy as Irwin Sumela Kay as Clarissa Adam
A_Holiday_Romance
American actor (1927–2019)
months before his discharge. He began his acting career with the Sock and Buskin Players at Brown University before moving to New York to study with Sanford
David_Hedison
English singer-songwriter
Stephen Thomas. "Biography: Madness". AllMusic. Retrieved 27 May 2010. Buskin, Richard (June 2006). "Classic Tracks: 'Our House' by Madness". Sound on
Chas_Smash
Hat fashioned from the skin and fur of a raccoon
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Coonskin_cap
American music mixing engineer and producer (born 1953)
"Studio File: Avatar, New York". Sound On Sound. Retrieved 22 January 2025. Buskin, Richard (July 2006). "Classic Tracks: Bryan Adams 'Run To You'". Sound
Bob_Clearmountain
Set of dress codes for any occasions
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Western_dress_codes
Medieval women's headgear
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Hennin
Cloth worn around the loins
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Loincloth
American singer-songwriter (born 1941)
2016). "Paul Simon's Graceland: 10 Things You Didn't Know". Rolling Stone. Buskin, Richard (September 2008). "Paul Simon 'You Can Call Me Al' – Classic Tracks"
Paul_Simon
Home and recording studio of Prince, now a museum
Become a Museum". smithsonianmag.com. Smithsonian. Retrieved 3 January 2023. Buskin, Richard (June 2013). "Classic Tracks: Prince 'Kiss'". Sound On Sound. SOS
Paisley_Park
Clothes worn under other clothes
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Underwear
Undergarment that holds the shape of a dress
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Hoop_skirt
1967 single by the Moody Blues
Evening Standard. p. 7. Retrieved 15 November 2024 – via Newspapers.com. Buskin, Richard (July 2009). "The Moody Blues 'Nights In White Satin'". Sound on
Nights_in_White_Satin
1974 single by Billy Swan
ending before the song's fade. Credits from Richard Buskin, Billy Swan, and Chip Young. According to Buskin, Swan, and Young, keyboardists Bobby Wood and Bobby
I_Can_Help
1945 song written by Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn
com/album/its-been-a-long-long-time-1945-r492170 It's Been a Long, Long Time: 1945 Buskin, Richard. "Classic Tracks: Les Paul & Mary Ford 'How High the Moon'". SoundOnSound
It's_Been_a_Long,_Long_Time
1968 studio album by the Doors
to One", "My Wild Love", "Spanish Caravan", and "Summer's Almost Gone". Buskin, Richard. "Classic Tracks: The Doors 'Strange Days'". Sound on Sound. Retrieved
Waiting_for_the_Sun
"Elton John – Rock Of The Westies". Discogs. Retrieved 10 August 2020. Buskin, Richard (July 2009). "The Moody Blues 'Nights In White Satin'". Sound on
List_of_Mellotron_recordings
Flap or pouch that covers the crotch of men's trousers
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Codpiece
Simple T-shaped or sleeveless garment, usually unfitted, of archaic origin
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Tunic
Long, loose overgarment fastening at the neck
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Cloak
Shoe with a tall, thin heel
Takunya Upanah Valenkis Waraji Zōri Historical footwear Areni-1 shoes Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Cavalier boots Chinese styles Chopines Duckbill
Stiletto_heel
American actress (1941–1990)
in Los Angeles, California, in 1958. She was a member of the "Sock 'n' Buskin" drama club.[citation needed] Faith began as a model and as a dance instructor
Dolores_Faith
British keyboardist
2024. Uncut, ed. (2016). "The Cure". The Ultimate Music Guide. pp. 14–17. Buskin, Richard (December 2004). "Classic Tracks: The Cure 'A Forest'". www.soundonsound
Matthieu_Hartley
1979 single by The Jam
Of "The Eton Rifles" by The Jam". uncut.co.uk. Retrieved 11 March 2026. Buskin, Richard (March 2007). "Classic Tracks: The Jam 'The Eton Rifles'". soundonsound
The_Eton_Rifles
American politician (1823–1875)
with his family at Oakland Cemetery there. His daughter-in-law, Sattie Buskin Elliott, the wife of Milton Elliott, edited, and with the assistance of
James_T._Elliott
Roman Catholic pontifical vestment
distinction by certain persons of rank, and were probably copied from the buskins of the ancient senators. Their use gradually became customary among the
Episcopal_sandals
Danish record producer
Producer talks Master Of Puppets". Music Legends. Retrieved 2 May 2013. Buskin, Richard (May 2011). "Metallica 'One': Classic Tracks". Sound on Sound.
Flemming_Rasmussen
1975 song by 10cc
Archived from the original on 25 November 2022. Retrieved 24 December 2024. Buskin, Richard (June 2005). "Classic Tracks: 10cc – 'I'm Not in Love'". Sound
I'm_Not_in_Love
Type of shoe in the early modern period
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Duckbill_shoe
Ancient device for fastening a belt
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Belt_hook
Trousers worn by the Gauls
Stephane (headdress) Tainia Taranga Welsh hat Welsh Wig Wimple Footwear Buskins Calcei Caligae Carbatina Chinese styles Chopines Duckbills Episcopal sandals
Braccae
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Balance; Scales
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Punjabi, Sikh
Courageous Like God
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian, Marathi, Sanskrit
Adoration; Worship
Boy/Male
Tamil
Bright
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Praise; Naughty
Boy/Male
Hindu
Heart
Boy/Male
Indian, Punjabi, Sikh
Taking the Support of Truth
Male
Greek
(Ίακχος) Greek name derived from the word iacchos, IAKKHOS means "to shout." In mythology, this is an epithet of the god Dionysos, associated with the Eleusinian mysteries.
Surname or Lastname
North German
North German : topographic name from Middle Low German plas ‘place’, ‘open square’, ‘street’.South German (also Pläss) : from a short form of the medieval personal name Blasius.English : variant of Place 3.
Boy/Male
Indian
Super Strong
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
BUSKIN
n.
The shoe worn by actors of comedy in ancient Greece and Rome, -- used as a symbol of comedy, or of the comic drama, as distinguished from tragedy, which is symbolized by the buskin.
n.
A strong, protecting covering for the foot, coming some distance up the leg.
n.
A buskin or half-boot.
n.
A similar covering for the foot and leg, made with very thick soles, to give an appearance of elevation to the stature; -- worn by tragic actors in ancient Greece and Rome. Used as a symbol of tragedy, or the tragic drama, as distinguished from comedy.
a.
Wearing buskins.
n. pl.
High boots or buskins; in Scotland, short spatterdashes or riding trousers, worn over the other clothing.
a.
Trodden by buskins; pertaining to tragedy.
n.
A buskin anciently used by tragic actors on the stage; hence, tragedy in general.