Meaning of the word buns in English

What does buns mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

buns

US /bʌnz/
UK /bʌnz/

Plural Noun

1.

small bread rolls, often sweet and sometimes containing fruit

Example:
She bought a dozen hot cross buns for Easter.
These hamburger buns are perfectly toasted.
2.

hair that is tied up into a round shape at the back of the head

Example:
She wore her hair in two neat buns.
The ballerina had her hair pulled back in a tight bun.
3.

buttocks

Example:
He fell and landed hard on his buns.
She works out to keep her buns firm.