Buttock: meaning, definitions and examples

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buttock

 

[ หˆbสŒtษ™k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

human anatomy

The buttock is a rounded area of the body located on the posterior side, formed primarily by the gluteal muscles and fat. It plays a crucial role in movement, providing stability and support when walking, running, or sitting. The buttocks also contribute to the contour and shape of the human body. In many cultures, they are considered an important aspect of attractiveness.

Synonyms

behind, bottom, glutes, rear, rump

Examples of usage

  • She sat down, resting her buttocks on the chair.
  • The exercises focused on strengthening the buttocks.
  • He fell backwards and landed on his buttocks.

Translations

Translations of the word "buttock" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nรกdega

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคงเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช GesรครŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bokong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั–ะดะฝะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ poล›ladek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่‡€้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fesse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nalgas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kalรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—‰๋ฉ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃุฑุฏุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hรฝลพdฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sedacie svaly

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‡€้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zadnjica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rassi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะผะฑะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒซแƒฃแƒฅแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงรถhrษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nalgas

Etymology

The word 'buttock' originates from the Old English term 'butte', which referred to the rear or the body part associated with sitting. Over time, it evolved into the Middle English 'buttok', reflecting the physical form of the body. The usage of the word has remained relatively consistent, primarily describing the fleshy parts of the body that one sits on. Historically, the buttocks have been depicted in art and literature, often symbolizing beauty, strength, and sensuality. As societal attitudes towards body image have evolved, so too has the perception of the buttocks in relation to health, fitness, and aesthetics.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,952, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.