BUTTONHOLD To buttonhold is to grab someone's attention or detain them in conversation, often persistently or aggressively. Derived forms: buttonholds (plural), buttonholding (present participle), buttonheld (past tense), buttonholder (person who buttonholds), buttonholdest (most buttonhold), buttonholdingly (in a manner characteristic of buttonholding).
The word BUTTONHOLD can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Understanding words like BUTTONHOLD helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.
Word: BUTTONHOLD
Length: 10 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word BUTTONHOLD can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.