Word of the week: Burly

By Tim Bowen

Ever encountered some burly bouncers on a rowdy night out or found yourself immersed in the hurly-burly of a busy market? Tim Bowen traces the origin of this stately Word of the week, all the way back to a lady's chamber...

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