butch

adj. having a look or attitude that is traditionally masculine.

adj. exhibiting a masculine appearance, manner, or style; often used to describe women or gay men.

“She preferred wearing butch clothes like heavy boots and leather jackets.”

“The aesthetic was decidedly butch, characterized by short-cropped hair and utilitarian workwear that challenged traditional gender norms.”

Informal · Slang

n. a person, usually a lesbian, who has a masculine appearance or style.

n. a person, typically a lesbian, who adopts a masculine identity or aesthetic.

“In the film, the main character is a butch who works as a mechanic.”

“The documentary explores the social history of butches and femmes in mid-century urban communities.”

Informal · Slang