All Definitions for Butterfly
Below are all the dictionary definitions of butterfly:
1A flying insect of the order Lepidoptera, distinguished from moths by their diurnal activity and generally brighter colouring.
2The butterfly stroke.
3A use of surgical tape, cut into thin strips and placed across an open wound to hold it closed.
4To cut (food) almost entirely in half and spread the halves apart, in a shape suggesting the wings of a butterfly.
5To cut strips of surgical tape or plasters into thin strips, and place across (a gaping wound) to close it.
6A type of stretch in which one sits on the ground with the legs folded into a shape like that of a butterfly's wings, slightly rocking them up and down, resembling the wings fluttering.
7A person who changes partners frequently.
8A combination of four options of the same type at three strike prices giving limited profit and limited risk.
9A random change in an aspect of the timeline seemingly unrelated to the primary point of divergence, resulting from the butterfly effect.
10Any of several plane curves that look like a butterfly
11See Butterfly curve (transcendental) and Butterfly curve (algebraic).
12Party switcher
13Turncoat.
14A safety link or detaching hook above the cage attached to the winding rope to prevent the cage from being overwound.
15To cause events after the point of divergence to not happen as they did in real history, and people conceived after the point of divergence to not exist in recognizable form, due to the random variations introduced by the butterfly effect.
16Someone seen as being unserious and (originally) dressed gaudily
17Someone flighty and unreliable.
18Ellipsis of butterflies in one’s stomach (“A sensation of excited anxiety felt in the stomach”).
Frequently Asked Questions
What words rhyme with butterfly?
Words like wry, exemplify, rectify, high, lie rhyme with butterfly. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.
How many rhymes does butterfly have?
We have identified 20 rhymes for butterfly in our database. English has many words with similar ending sounds.
Can I use these rhymes in songwriting?
Most rhymes listed here are suitable for songwriting and poetry. Consider syllable count and stress pattern for the best musical fit.
About rhymes for butterfly
Finding the right rhyme for butterfly helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "A flying insect of the order Lepidoptera, distinguished from moths by their diurnal activity and generally brighter colouring.", butterfly has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Wry is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Exemplify works well in formal or poetic contexts. Rectify is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for butterfly, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.