1. the thicker or blunt end of something
2. the buttocks
Usage: informal
3. cigarette stubs or remnants
Usage: informal

Examples

• The rifle butts were lined up against the wall.
• He collected cigarette butts from the ashtray.
• The archers aimed at the butts on the range.
• She fell and landed on her butt.
• The hammer’s butt was worn from years of use.
• Clean up those cigarette butts before you leave.
• The shooting range had several practice butts set up.