Bible Dictionary
BUSHY
Bushy describes hair that is trailing, pendulous, or possibly curly. The term is used in the Song of Solomon for the beloved’s appearance.
Definition
Bushy describes something trailing or pendulous and may also mean curly. The word is used of hair or locks whose form hangs down or appears curled.
Biblical Usage
The term occurs in the Song of Solomon in a description of the beloved’s appearance. The Septuagint understanding suggests something ductile or trailing, while the Revised Version margin gives “curly.”
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>boosh'-i: Found in So 5:11 as the translation of taltal, meaning trailing, pendulous (Septuagint elatai, literally "ductile"); the Revised Version, margin reads "curly."</p>