brass buttons

Golden-toned metal closures

Brass buttons are shiny golden-yellow buttons made of brass, traditionally associated with military uniforms, naval dress, and formal blazers: His navy blazer had brass buttons down the front.

The phrase can also refer to several wildflowers with button-shaped yellow blooms, particularly species of *Cotula* found in coastal areas.

Related

coat · golden · metal · polish · fastener · navy · blazer · anchor · jacket · tailored jacket · ornamental · decorative · clasp · soldier · honor guard · marching band · gleaming · sew

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Opposites
material composition

brass buttonsplastic buttons

Synthetic garment fasteners

wooden buttons · shell buttons · pearl buttons

formality and association

brass buttonsvelcro closure

Interlocking fabric fastening system

elastic waistband · drawstring

fastening mechanism

brass buttonsvelcro

Fabric fastener using hooks

zippers · hook and loop · press studs · snap fasteners

Family

brass, button, brasses, brassy, buttons, buttoned, buttoning, buttonhole, unbutton

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G