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butterweed
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button
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buttonhook

but·ton·hook [ bútt'n hk ] (plural but·ton·hooks)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. hook for pulling buttons: a small hook formerly used for pulling small buttons through buttonholes on tight boots or gloves

2. offensive play: in football, an offensive play in which the pass receiver approaches the goal and then cuts back toward the line of scrimmage

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