English dictionary
butterfly
nounPronunciation
ˈbʌtə(ɹ)flaɪ
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down
noun
- diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings
verb
- talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions
verb
- cut and spread open, as in preparation for cooking
verb
- flutter like a butterfly
Example sentences
The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries
My husband never flirts with other women
butterflied shrimp