Butty

usgb/ˈbʌti/
noun

A sandwich, especially one made with bread and a filling of meat or cheese.

He made a ham and cheese butty for lunch.
Visual representation of "butty" - A sandwich, especially one made with bread and a filling of meat or cheese

Often appears as...

  • bacon butty
  • chip butty

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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British Classic

The term 'butty' is distinctly British and might not be understood outside the UK.

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When I asked for a bacon butty in Italy, they were confused.
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Casual Eating

'Butty' is used in casual settings, like a quick meal or snack, not at formal dining.

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I'll just grab a chip butty on my way to the match.
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Specific Fillings

Commonly paired with specific fillings such as 'bacon', 'chip', or 'sausage'.

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A sausage butty is perfect for breakfast.
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