What is butch short for?

"Butch" is a nickname that can be given to individuals with masculine characteristics or behaviors, typically used for men or masculine-presenting women. The origins of the nickname come from the butchers who traditionally would have a more rugged, masculine appearance and the nickname has since been used to describe people who exude that same sense of toughness. It is also often associated with the LGBTQ+ community and used to describe individuals who identify as butch lesbians or transmasculine individuals.