buttons

[buht-nz]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. a bellboy or page in a hotel.

buttons

/ ˈbʌtənz /

noun

1. informal,  (functioning as singular) a page boy

Word History and Origins

Origin of buttons¹

First recorded in 1840–50; so called from the many buttons of his uniform

Example Sentences

Just now, however, is he finding those buttons.

From Los Angeles Times

King Charles III's seven-minute speech at the banquet has gone through many drafts, ensuring he pushes the right buttons without crossing political lines.

From BBC

To her, buying decisions come down to elements that the average customer might not even notice: the silhouette, the buttons, the lining of a thing.

From Los Angeles Times

But almost every silhouette was inspired after a specific design she used for almost all her shirts: a boxy shape with four front pockets and partial buttons, similar to a smock.

From Los Angeles Times

“I can ask, ‘Can you tell me when I won’t be able to do up the buttons on my shirt or operate a phone?’” he says.

From Los Angeles Times