(pathology) A pair of pus-filled cavities that are connected by a narrow channel.

plural of collar-button abscess

(idiomatic) To start to panic.

(historical) An ankle boot fastened by a row of buttons (in fashion from the late 19th to mid-20th century).

(simile) Synonym of bright as a button

plural of high button shoe

especially any of several flowering plants, of the genus Craspedia (but especially Craspedia globosa), native to Australia, having globes of yellow flowers.

plural of belly-button

plural of belly button

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of button up