Buttonhook

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA hook for pulling the buttons of gloves and shoes through the buttonholes. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}

2.NounA play in which the receiver runs straight downfield, then turns back toward the line of scrimmage.

3.NounA hook used to pull thread through the holes of a button.

4.VerbTo perform the buttonhook play.

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