Butter

usgb/ˈbʌtər/
noun

A yellowish fatty food made by churning cream, used for cooking or spreading on bread.

He spread some butter on the toast.
Visual representation of "butter" - A yellowish fatty food made by churning cream, used for cooking or spreading on bread

Often appears as...

  • spread butter
  • butter toast
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Cooking uses

Understand 'butter' is often used in recipes for its rich flavor and creamy texture.

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Add a tablespoon of butter to the pan.
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Cultural staple

'Butter' is a staple in many cultures' diets and can indicate a type of cuisine, like French.

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French cooking uses butter extensively.
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Metaphoric use

'Butter' can symbolize richness or luxury in metaphorical language.

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The car's leather seats felt like butter.
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