n.
 historical a calf-high or knee-high boot. 
▸a thick-soled laced boot worn by an ancient Athenian tragic actor to gain height.
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(the buskin)
 the style or spirit of tragic drama.
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  Etymology
  C16: prob. from OFr. bouzequin, var. of brousequin, from MDu. broseken.