buttload
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of buttload
An Americanism dating back to 1985–90; butt 1 ( def. ) or butt 4 ( def. ) + load ( def. )
Example Sentences
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“We gave a buttload of money to the Panthers. And that is a private entity,” Setzler said.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 16, 2021
But the roster was supposed to be bare, so that the Dolphins would lose many games, accumulate a buttload of draft picks, and maximize their chances at next year’s first overall selection.
From Slate ● Dec. 4, 2019
Rebecca wants a buttload of cats, even if their poop can make you crazy.
From Slate ● Feb. 12, 2018
Jamie is at this dinner party, along with a buttload of Freys.
From The Verge ● Jun. 21, 2016
Nick has a holy buttload of stuffed animals lined up around his feet.
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
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