bute
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Other definitions for Bute (2 of 2)
Also Bute·shire [byoot-sheer, -sher]. /ˈbyut ʃɪər, -ʃər/. a historic county in SW Scotland, composed of three islands in the Firth of Clyde.
an island in the Firth of Clyde, in SW Scotland: part of the county Bute. 50 sq. mi. (130 sq. km).
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How to use bute in a sentence
bute searched Joseph’s home and then pressured him to sign papers authorizing the search after the fact.
What It Looks Like When the New York City Police Commissioner Has “Unchecked Power” Over Officer Discipline | by Mollie Simon, Lena V. Groeger, Eric Umansky and Adriana Gallardo | December 11, 2020 | ProPublicaBefore the king and bute opened their campaign they insured support in parliament.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William HuntWith bute as an ally Pitt dominated over his fellow-ministers, who bore his yoke with rebellious feelings.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William HuntBy the beginning of March, before the elections were over, the king and bute were sure of the support they desired.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William HuntViri's secret negotiations on bute's behalf gave them a chance not to be neglected.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William Hunt
Soon afterwards bute was appointed groom of the stole to the king and entered the cabinet.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William Hunt
British Dictionary definitions for Bute (1 of 2)
/ (bjuːt) /
an island off the coast of SW Scotland, in Argyll and Bute council area: situated in the Firth of Clyde, separated from the Cowal peninsula by the Kyles of Bute . Chief town: Rothesay. Pop: 7228 (2001). Area: 121 sq km (47 sq miles)
British Dictionary definitions for Bute (2 of 2)
/ (bjuːt) /
John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute. 1713–92, British Tory statesman; prime minister (1762–63)
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