Booty

/ˈbuːti/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Valuables or goods seized by force, especially in war.
The pirates divided the booty among themselves after the raid.
Informal term for someone's buttocks.
She laughed when her friend joked about shaking her booty at the party.
Any valuable gain or reward, often obtained as a result of effort.
The treasure hunters were thrilled with the booty they discovered in the ancient ruins.

Etymology

Middle English buty, from the Old French botee, from the Latin bootia (booty, prize).

Common Phrases and Expressions

booty call
A casual sexual encounter, often initiated by a phone call.
bootylicious
Slang for someone who has an attractive or shapely body.
smooth like booty
Refers to a soft and pleasant texture or surface.

Related Words

plunder
To steal goods, typically using force and in a time of war.
loot
Goods or valuables taken by force, often during a robbery or war.
spoil
The stuff taken from the defeated enemy.

Slang Meanings

A term referring to a person's behind.
She shakes her booty on the dance floor.
Used to denote something appealing or desirable.
That outfit shows off your booty!