butch vs dike
dike vs butchbutch and dike both are nouns.
butch is an adjective but dike is not an adjective.
butch is not a verb while dike is a verb.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| butch | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| dike | Yes | No | Yes | No |
As nouns,
butch and dike
are synonyms defined as:
- butch and dike: (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine
Other synonyms of butch include
dyke.
| butch (noun) | dike (noun) |
|---|---|
| a closely cropped haircut; usually for men or boys | a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea |
| (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine | (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine |
| butch (adjective) | dike (adjective) |
|---|---|
| (of male or female homosexuals) characterized by stereotypically male traits or appearance | |
| used of men; markedly masculine in appearance or manner |
| butch (verb) | dike (verb) |
|---|---|
| enclose with a dike |
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