But-boy noun
Used to refer to a man that often voices objections
I’d rather be a but-boy to voice my opinion than a man that says yes to everything.
You are such a but-boy. Can you agree with me even for once?
An intense argument
Not agreeing with or having an understanding of someone or something
The idea of the noun may be based on the meaning of “but” - a word used to introduce something which contrasts with what was said before.
1. The phrase is used to talk about the earth that is broken up and flattened by a harrow.
2. If somebody is under the harrow, he or she is forced to experience distress, or torment.
1. About 1000 hectares of farmland have been under the harrow for 2 hours.
2. Many families are under the harrow because of the economic recession.