How do you spell Filibuster?
Correct spelling
filibuster
Remember: FILIbuster - like a FILE that blocks, ending in -buster like ghostbuster.
Why is filibuster spelled this way?
From Spanish filibustero, a freebooter. Originally a pirate who delayed colonial governments. Now a senator who delays legislation — piracy transferred from the seas to the senate floor.
Common misspellings of filibuster
filibusturphillibusterfiliblasterfillibuster
Example
The senator launched a 12-hour filibuster to prevent the vote on the controversial bill.