Burtonian UK /bɜːˈtəʊ.ni.ən/US /bɝˈtoʊ.ni.ən/ adjective3 •Of or relating to Tim Burton (born 1958), American filmmaker known for his darkly whimsical art and films. •Of or relating to Robert Burton (1577–1640), English scholar and writer. •Of or relating to Henry Burton (1799–1849), British physician and chemist. formsmore Burtonian · most Burtonian