"Butt" is a word with multiple meanings, often used as a synonym for "buttocks" or "ass," but it also has other meanings and uses.
- Body part: The most common meaning is the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on, often considered a more childish or less offensive term than "ass."
- Euphemism: "Butt" can be used as a euphemism for "ass," especially in a less formal context.
- Target: Historically, "butt" referred to a target used for archery or other forms of shooting, leading to phrases like "butt of the joke," meaning the person or thing being targeted by the humor.
- Verb: "Butt" can also be a verb meaning to hit with the head, like when animals head-butt each other.
The specific meaning of "butt" depends on the context in which it is used.
