Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

head-butt

verb
/ˈhɛdˌbʌt/
Definition
A head-butt is an act of striking someone with the forehead or front of the head.
Examples
  • In a moment of anger, he decided to head-butt the wall.
  • The player was penalized for head-butting his opponent during the game.
  • During the celebration, they playfully head-butted each other.
Meaning
To hit someone with the head, often in a forceful way, which can be used in both playful and aggressive contexts.
Synonyms
  • butt
  • ram
  • strike
  • collide