butch
/bʊtʃ/
Meanings
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noun
A person, typically a man, who identifies and presents themselves in a stereotypically masculine way.
- "John is a butch man."
- "The butch bar was filled with men wearing leather jackets and facial hair."
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verb
In cooking, a term used to describe the act of butchering an animal or preparing its meat.
- "The butcher at the market can help you choose the right cut of meat."
- "My grandfather used to enjoy butchering his own animals."
Pronunciation
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/bʊtʃ/
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Antonyms
femme
Synonyms
bull dyke , dyke , macho , manly , mannish , masc , unfeminine
Rhymes
Words rhyming with butchhutch , stutch , wutch
Variants
List of all variants of butch that leads to same resultbutch , butcher , butches , butchest , butchness , butchnesses
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally derived from the Old English word 'butican', meaning 'to strike' or 'to beat'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'butch' has been used in various forms of media, including the novel 'Stone Butch Blues' by Leslie Feinberg.
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Butch identity is not limited to the LGBTQ+ community and can be found in other cultures and communities as well.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
femme: The opposite of butch in the LGBTQ+ community, referring to individuals who present themselves in a stereotypically feminine way.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In LGBTQ+ communities, the term 'butch' is used to describe individuals who present themselves in a traditionally masculine way. This can include mannerisms, appearance, and behavior. Butch identity is an important part of the queer community and has been explored in literature, art, and music.
How to Memorize "butch"
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visualize
- Visualize a person with a stereotypically masculine appearance or a butcher preparing meat.
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associate
- Associate the term with masculinity or the act of butchering.
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mnemonics
- Remember the Old English root 'butican' meaning 'to strike' or 'to beat'.
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