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/bʌtən/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does button mean?

noun, verb

A small fastener, typically consisting of a round or oval piece of plastic, metal, or other material with a hole in the center, used for attaching or fastening something, or a control on a device, such as a computer or a machine, that is pressed to activate or deactivate a function.

Example

"She fastened her coat with a button."

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