(~s, buttonholing, ~d)
1.
A ~ is a hole that you push a button through in order to fasten a shirt, coat, or other piece of clothing.
N-COUNT
2.
A ~ is a flower that you wear on your coat or dress. (BRIT)
N-COUNT
3.
If you ~ someone, you stop them and make them listen to you.
Several people ~d television reporters to explain to them their reasons for not voting.
VERB: V n