Butterier: meaning, definitions and examples

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butterier

 

[ ˈbʌtəriər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food production

A butterier is a person who specializes in the production of butter and related dairy products. They typically work in dairies or creamery settings and are responsible for churning cream into butter, managing the textures and flavors, and ensuring the quality of the final product. This role requires a good understanding of dairy science and the ability to operate specialized equipment. The butterier may also be involved in the production of flavored butters or butter-based products.

Synonyms

butter maker, butter producer, dairy worker, dairyman

Examples of usage

  • The butterier carefully selected the best cream for making premium butter.
  • She became a renowned butterier, known for her unique butter flavors.
  • In artisanal dairies, the butterier plays a critical role in quality control.
  • Many aspiring chefs look to learn from experienced butteriers.

Translations

Translations of the word "butterier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manteigueiro

🇮🇳 मक्खन लगाने वाला

🇩🇪 Butterer

🇮🇩 mentega

🇺🇦 масляний

🇵🇱 masłowy

🇯🇵 バターの

🇫🇷 beurré

🇪🇸 mantequillero

🇹🇷 tereyağlı

🇰🇷 버터의

🇸🇦 زبدة

🇨🇿 máslový

🇸🇰 maslový

🇨🇳 黄油的

🇸🇮 masleni

🇮🇸 smjör

🇰🇿 майлы

🇬🇪 მარგარინი

🇦🇿 kərə yağlı

🇲🇽 mantequillero

Etymology

The term 'butterier' derives from the word 'butter,' which has Old English origins from the word 'butter,' itself derived from the Latin 'butyrum' and Greek 'boutyron' meaning 'butter.' The suffix '-ier' is commonly used in English to denote a person associated with a occupation or a place, similar to words like 'baker' or 'sailor.' As butter became a staple in various cuisines around the world, the role of the butterier emerged to emphasize the craft and skills involved in butter production. This profession gained notable prominence in regions with strong dairy farming practices, where the demand for high-quality butter continues to be significant.