Butterball: meaning, definitions and examples
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butterball
[ ˈbʌtərˌbɔl ]
food type
A butterball is a term commonly used to refer to a specific type of turkey that is known for its plumpness and weight. It is often associated with holiday meals, particularly Thanksgiving, where a Butterball turkey is often a preferred choice due to its tender meat and flavorful taste.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I bought a Butterball turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.
- The butcher recommended a Butterball for our holiday feast.
- She served a beautifully roasted Butterball at the family gathering.
Translations
Translations of the word "butterball" in other languages:
🇵🇹 peru de manteiga
🇮🇳 बटरबॉल
🇩🇪 Butterball
🇮🇩 butterball
🇺🇦 масляна індичка
🇵🇱 indyk maślany
🇯🇵 バターボール
🇫🇷 dinde beurre
🇪🇸 pavo mantecoso
🇹🇷 tereyağı hindi
🇰🇷 버터볼
🇸🇦 ديك رومي زبدة
🇨🇿 máslový krocan
🇸🇰 maslový moriak
🇨🇳 黄油火鸡
🇸🇮 masleni puran
🇮🇸 smjörkalkún
🇰🇿 сары май индейка
🇬🇪 კარაქის ინდაური
🇦🇿 yağlı hinduşka
🇲🇽 pavo mantequilloso
Etymology
The term 'butterball' originated in the United States in the early 20th century, specifically associated with a brand of frozen turkey produced by the Butterball Turkey Company, which was established in 1954. The brand was created to provide consumers with a convenient and high-quality turkey option, especially for holiday dinners. The name 'Butterball' suggests a connection to the richness and flavor of butter, implying that the meat would be tender and juicy. Over the years, 'butterball' has become a generic term for similar types of plump, tender turkeys, and it is now widely used by consumers regardless of brand. This evolution illustrates how branding can influence language and culture, making specific product names synonymous with entire categories of food.