on the button . on the button {adv., adj.}, {slang} At the right place; at the heart of the matter. John's remark was right on the button. Compare: ON THE DOT. Categories: add yours {slang} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 » In RussianTo section: O Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Comment on this entry