shank button

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shank button

	Domain:		Garments

	Subdomain (1st level):		Garment accessories

	Subdomain (2nd level):		Findings

	Table:		Table 11

	Noun phrase

	Countable

	Definition:		Button with metal or plastic loop on the back.

	FDF, 1988

	Context:		An additional shank is sewn when attaching a shank button to the garment similar to the procedure used to create a shank for the flat button.

	Amaden-Crawford, 1995

	Attestation: 10

	Co-hyponyms:		two-hole button, four-hole button, snap fastener, extra button, jeweled button, toggle

	Hyperonyms:		button

	It: bottone con gambo

	Degree of reliability: 10