Buttonhole
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British pronunciation/bˈʌtənhˌə‍ʊl/
American pronunciation/ˈbətənˌhoʊɫ/

Definition & Meaning of "buttonhole"

Buttonhole
01

a slit or hole on a piece of clothing that a button is put through to be fastened

buttonhole definition and meaning

What is a "buttonhole"?

A buttonhole is a small slit or hole in a garment, designed to hold a button securely in place when fastened. It is typically created by cutting an opening in the fabric and reinforcing the edges with stitching. Buttonholes can be found on a variety of clothing items, including shirts, jackets, and pants, and are often paired with buttons or snaps to provide a secure closure. They can vary in size, shape, and placement, depending on the design of the garment and the intended use of the button or closure. Buttonholes may be worked by hand or machine, and are a common feature in many styles of clothing.

to buttonhole
01

detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors

buttonhole

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Example
She looped the string through the buttonhole and tied a tight knot to secure the button in place.
Before attaching the buttons, she tacked the buttonholes to ensure they matched up perfectly.
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