English Explanatory Dictionary

hit the button

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To be very satisfying; to be just the thing needed or desired in some particular situation.
  2. To initiate a nuclear war (via a press of the proverbial nuclear button).

Word forms

hit the button hits the button hitting the button

Synonyms

hit the spot scratch the itch

Related words

push-button itchy trigger finger
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