roust Meaning, Definition & Usage

Roust transitive verb

Definitions

1. To rouse; to disturb; as, to roust one out. Prov. Eng. & Local, U.S.

Roust noun

Etymology

Cf. Icel. röst an estuary.

Definitions

1. A strong tide or current, especially in a narrow channel. Written also rost, and roost. Jamieson.