English
Etymology
back-form|butler
Verb
en-verb|buttl|ing
#To serve as or perform the duties of a butler.
Usage notes
Because of its origins in back-formation, buttle is considered nonstandard and its uses may often be humorous in nature.
References
1909: J. T. Grein, Sunday Times
:...even the stoic and impeccable maid of Miss Ethelwyn Arthur-Jones, who 'buttled' as well as the most time-honoured butler.
1989: Benjamin Quarles, The Negro in the Civil War
:Houses where Negroes buttled or cooked were marked for a visit.
2000: Terry Pratchet, Carpe Jugulum
:At times like this, he buttled when Spriggan the butler was not on duty, or if an extra hand was needed, he footed as well.
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