buttonhole
0 antonyms and opposites of buttonhole, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A small slit in a garment through which a button is fastened.
Etymology
Originally "buttonhold" — a loop that held a button in place — later reshaped by folk etymology to end in "hole."
Full origin of buttonhole →Frequently asked questions
What does “buttonhole” mean?
The word “buttonhole” means a small slit in a garment through which a button is fastened. In plain terms, a slit for a button, a lapel flower, or (as a verb) cornering someone to talk at them.
How do you pronounce “buttonhole”?
“Buttonhole” is pronounced BUH-tuhn-hohl (/ˈbʌtənˌhoʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “buttonhole” in a sentence?
Here is “buttonhole” used in a sentence: “The tailor reinforced each buttonhole by hand.”
What part of speech is “buttonhole”?
Depending on how it is used, “buttonhole” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “buttonhole” have?
“Buttonhole” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small slit in a garment through which a button is fastened.