Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
butt-out
phrasal verb
/bʌt aʊt/
Definition
To refrain from interfering in someone else’s affairs; to stay away from a situation or not get involved.
Examples
- If you don’t like the way I do things, just butt out!
- She told him to butt out and let her handle the situation.
- They’re having an argument; I think I should just butt out.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to advise someone to mind their own business and not meddle in matters that do not concern them.
Synonyms
- mind your own business
- stay out
- interfere not
