butting
word · lemma: butt
Definition
'Butting' is the continuous form of 'butt' and means to hit or push with the head or horns, like animals do. It can also mean to forcefully push in or interrupt.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used for animals (sheep, goats) physically pushing with their heads or horns: 'butting heads.' Informally, 'butting in' means interrupting or joining where you're not wanted. 'Butting' rarely appears alone—often as part of 'butting in' or 'butting heads.'
Example Sentences
You two are always butting heads over tiny details.
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The goats are butting each other in the field.
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She keeps butting into our conversation.
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The child is butting his head against the wall.
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My boss is always butting heads with the marketing team.
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Sorry for butting in, but I have an idea.
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