butch
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Adjective — Noticeably masculine in appearance or manner, especially describing a woman.
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Etymology
Probably originally short for "butcher"; the meaning "masculine lesbian" developed in the 1940s.
Full origin of butch →Frequently asked questions
What does “butch” mean?
The word “butch” means noticeably masculine in appearance or manner, especially describing a woman. In plain terms, tough, masculine-presenting — commonly used within lesbian communities to describe a masculine style or identity.
How do you pronounce “butch”?
“Butch” is pronounced buuch (/bʊt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “butch” in a sentence?
Here is “butch” used in a sentence: “She had a butch style, all boots and cropped hair.”
What part of speech is “butch”?
Depending on how it is used, “butch” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “butch” come from?
The word “butch” dates back to around 1940. Probably originally short for "butcher"; the meaning "masculine lesbian" developed in the 1940s.
Is “butch” a common word?
“Butch” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “butch” have?
“Butch” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: noticeably masculine in appearance or manner, especially describing a woman.