Roust (roust), v. t.
To rouse; to disturb; as, to roust one out.
[Prov. Eng. & Local, U.S.]
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Roust, n. [Cf. Icel. rost an estuary.]
A strong tide or current, especially in a narrow channel.
[Written also
rost, and
roost.]
Jamieson.
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