Meaning of the word "button your lip" in English
What does "button your lip" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
button your lip
US /ˈbʌt.ən jʊər lɪp/
UK /ˈbʌt.ən jɔː lɪp/
Idiom
to stop talking or to keep quiet
Example:
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The teacher told the noisy students to button their lip.
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I had to button my lip to avoid arguing with him.