How Do You Spell BUTTING?

Pronunciation: [bˈʌtɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "butting" is spelled with two T's, as it is pronounced with a double consonant sound. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /ˈbʌtɪŋ/. The first syllable is stressed and pronounced with a short vowel sound, followed by the double T sound, which represents a stop consonant. The second syllable is pronounced with the unvoiced consonant /ɪŋ/, also known as the "ng" sound. This particular wordform is used in various contexts, including hiking and woodwork.

BUTTING Meaning and Definition

1. Butting is a term that has multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Generally, it refers to the act of hitting or striking something with one's head or horns. It is often related to physical confrontations between animals or humans.

   In the animal kingdom, especially among species like goats, rams, and bulls, butting is a common behavior during territorial disputes or mating competitions. The animals forcefully thrust their heads forward, using their horns or even the sheer force of their skulls, to clash with their opponents. This action is known as butting.

   In human context, butting can refer to a similar action, although typically without the use of horns. It describes individuals forcefully bumping or striking their heads against someone or something in a confrontational manner. This can occur during fights, disagreements, or when attempting to demonstrate dominance or intimidation.

   Additionally, the term butting can also be used metaphorically to describe interference or the act of intruding into someone else's affairs without invitation or permission. It signifies involvement or intervention in a matter that does not directly concern the person, often resulting in conflict or disagreement between parties.

   Overall, butting exemplifies an aggressive action of striking with the head, either literally or metaphorically. It is commonly associated with confrontational behavior, whether in the animal kingdom or human interactions.

Top Common Misspellings for BUTTING *

• buting 80%

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Other Common Misspellings for BUTTING

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Etymology of BUTTING

The word "butting" originates from the Middle English word "butten", which can be traced back to the Old French word "bouter". In turn, "bouter" is derived from the Latin word "buttare", meaning "to thrust". Over time, the term "butting" evolved to refer to the act of hitting or striking with the head, as seen in the behavior of animals like rams or goats, who would butt each other by forcefully striking with their heads. Today, "butting" can describe a variety of forceful collisions or impacts, often involving the head or the forward motion of an object.

Similar spelling words for BUTTING

• batting,
• biting,
• betting,
• cutting,
• bunting,
• Rutting,
• boating,
• Booting,
• putting,
• beating,
• busting,
• jutting,
• Butting,
• baiting,
• button,
• budding.

Plural form of BUTTING is BUTTINGS

Conjugate verb Butting

CONDITIONAL

I would butt

we would butt

you would butt

he/she/it would butt

they would butt

FUTURE

I will butt

we will butt

you will butt

he/she/it will butt

they will butt

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have butted

we will have butted

you will have butted

he/she/it will have butted

they will have butted

PAST

I butted

we butted

you butted

he/she/it butted

they butted

PAST PERFECT

I had butted

we had butted

you had butted

he/she/it had butted

they had butted

PRESENT

I butt

we butt

you butt

he/she/it butts

they butt

PRESENT PERFECT

I have butted

we have butted

you have butted

he/she/it has butted

they have butted

I am butting

we are butting

you are butting

he/she/it is butting

they are butting

I was butting

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you were butting

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I will be butting

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I will have been butting

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I would have butted

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I would be butting

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