The thong or braided cord of a whip, with which the blow is given. / (obsolete) A leash in which an animal is caught or held; hence, a snare. / A stroke with a whip, or anything pliant and tough.

plural of Burnette

(law) Initialism of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

Of or pertaining to the county of Aberdeen in Scotland; of a style that is widespread in Aberdeen.