Word: 扣 (kòu) 扣 dictionary entry kòu 扣 to fasten; to button; button; buckle; knot; to arrest; to confiscate; to deduct (money); and 7 more Full dictionary entry for 扣 Example sentences using 扣 2 sentences, showing page 1 of 1. 包裹被海关扣了。 Bāoguǒ bèi hǎiguān kòule. The package was confiscated by customs. 天冷了，把外套扣上吧。 Tiānlěng le, bǎ wàitào kòu shàng ba. It's cold, so button up your coat.