Meaning of the word butt in English
What does butt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
butt
US /bʌt/
UK /bʌt/
Noun
1.
the end or thicker part of something
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He held the cigarette by the butt.
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The rifle had a heavy wooden butt.
2.
a person's buttocks
Example:
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He fell on his butt.
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Get off your butt and do something!
3.
a person or thing that is the object of ridicule or criticism
Example:
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He's always the butt of their jokes.
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The new policy became the butt of public criticism.
Verb
to hit or push with the head or horns
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The goat tried to butt him with its horns.
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He would often butt his head against the wall in frustration.