Synonyms for

Bottoms

Noun / ˈbɑ:tʌmz / Another word for bottoms — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the lowest part of something

Synonyms & similar words

penetrate tush keister bum tail undersurface backside behind bottomland butt bed fathom prat freighter underside nates fanny arse posterior rear merchantman can bottom seat top base foundation foot underpart underside baseboard floor ground toe sole heelpiece footing pedestal substratum root bottomland valley dell dale glen

Synonyms by register

Formal

base foundation foot underside

Informal

butt arse rear ass

Literary

nether lower depths

Antonyms

top peak summit apex crown zenith head

Common collocations

  • bottom of the page
  • bottom of the sea
  • bottom of the barrel
  • bottom of the ninth
  • bottom line
  • bottom drawer
  • bottom feeder
  • bottom up

Word family

noun bottom
verb bottom
adjective bottom
adverb bottom

Usage note

The word 'bottoms' can refer to the lowest part of something, or colloquially, to the buttocks. Be mindful of the context to avoid misinterpretation.

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Example sentences

  1. She sat on the bottoms of her pants so they wouldn't get wet.
  2. The bottoms of the cups were chipped.
  3. The bottoms of the trees were covered in moss.
  4. The bottoms of the cookies were burnt.
  5. The bottoms of the mountains were covered in snow.

Quotes

  • The grass is always greener over the septic tank, and the bottom is always redder on the other side of the fence.
  • When you're at the end of your rope, tie a knot and hold on.
  • The best way to get to the top of the ladder is to start at the bottom.

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