Dictionary Check: butterfly

"butterfly" is a valid word!

Scrabble 17 points
Words with Friends 19 points

Definition

noun

diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings

noun

a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down

Synonyms:
verb

flutter like a butterfly

verb

cut and spread open, as in preparation for cooking

Example: "butterflied shrimp"
verb

talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions

Example: "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries"

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