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butterfly meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of butterfly at MeaningMonkey.org. butterfly meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.BUTTERFLY noun
Definition of butterfly (noun)
- diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings
- a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down
- synonyms: butterfly stroke
BUTTERFLY verb
Definition of butterfly (verb)
- flutter like a butterfly
- cut and spread open, as in preparation for cooking
- "butterflied shrimp"
- talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions
Source: Princeton University Wordnet