Buttered: meaning, definitions and examples

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buttered

 

[ ˈbʌtərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cooking process

Buttered is the past tense of the verb 'butter', which means to spread butter on a surface, typically bread or other food items. The action of buttering can enhance the flavor and texture of the food. It is commonly used in cooking and baking to add richness or make food more palatable. The process can also refer to the preparation of dishes for grilling or toasting.

Synonyms

greased, smeared, spread

Examples of usage

  • She buttered the toast before serving it.
  • The chef buttered the vegetables for added flavor.
  • After buttering the bread, he added various toppings.

Translations

Translations of the word "buttered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manteigado

🇮🇳 मक्खन लगाया हुआ

🇩🇪 butterig

🇮🇩 mentega

🇺🇦 масляний

🇵🇱 masłowy

🇯🇵 バターを塗った

🇫🇷 beurré

🇪🇸 mantecoso

🇹🇷 tereyağlı

🇰🇷 버터를 바른

🇸🇦 مُزَيَّن بالزبدة

🇨🇿 máslový

🇸🇰 máslový

🇨🇳 涂上黄油的

🇸🇮 maslen

🇮🇸 smjörsósa

🇰🇿 сары май қосылған

🇬🇪 წებოვანი ზვიგენი

🇦🇿 yağlı

🇲🇽 mantecoso

Etymology

The term 'butter' originates from the Old English word 'butter', which is traced back to the Greek word 'bouturon', meaning a mix of cream and fat. This word is derived from the Latin word 'butyrum'. The practice of spreading butter onto various foods dates back centuries and has evolved alongside culinary traditions across different cultures. In many Western cuisines, butter is a staple ingredient used not only for cooking but also for adding flavor and texture. The verb form 'to butter' signifies the action of applying butter to food, and 'buttered' describes the state of the food once the butter has been applied. The popularization of butter as a condiment can be attributed to its availability and innovative cooking techniques, leading to a diverse range of recipes that incorporate butter in various ways.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,129, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.