busto
- A bust or sculpture representing the upper part of the human figure, typically including the head and shoulders. nounThe artist created a busto of the famous poet for the museum.In the gallery, there was a marble busto of the ancient philosopher.
- In some contexts, 'busto' can refer to the chest or upper torso of a person, especially in artistic or anatomical discussions. nounThe painting focused on the busto of the subject, highlighting the intricate details of the clothing.In anatomy class, we studied the muscles of the busto to understand their functions.