Slathered: meaning, definitions and examples

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slathered

 

[ หˆslรฆฮธษšd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

food preparation

Slathered refers to the act of generously spreading or applying a substance, typically something like butter, cream, or sauce, over a surface. It implies a thick, often excessive application of the ingredient. This term is commonly used in cooking and food contexts to describe the process of coating food items to enhance flavor or moisture. When something is slathered, it often suggests that the application is done without restraint, indicating a high level of indulgence or enjoyment.

Synonyms

apply, coat, smear, spread

Examples of usage

  • He slathered the toast with butter.
  • The chef slathered the chicken in barbecue sauce.
  • She slathered cream cheese on the bagel.
  • They slathered mustard on their sandwiches.

Translations

Translations of the word "slathered" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น espalhado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเค—เคพเคฏเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geschmiert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dioleskan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะผะฐะทะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ posmarowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅก—ใ‚‰ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท endu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ untado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผrรผlmรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”๋ฅธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุฏู‡ูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ natล™enรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ natretรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆถ‚ๆŠน็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ namazan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ smurt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐา“ั‹ะฟ า›ะพะนั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒคแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรผrรผlmรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ untado

Etymology

The term 'slather' is believed to have originated in the late 1860s, possibly derived from the Middle English word 'slatheren', which means to slather or smear. It reflects a phonetic evolution over time, integrating influences from regional dialects and culinary language. Initially used to describe the act of thickly spreading substances, the word swiftly gained traction in American culinary vernacular. As food culture evolved, so did the term, becoming synonymous with indulgence in treats and desserts, allowing chefs and home cooks alike to express their creativity through generous applications of sauces and spreads. Its versatility also paved the way for metaphorical uses, describing anything done in excessive abundance. Over the years, it has firmly established itself in both informal and formal culinary lexicons, reflecting a culture that values flavorsome and satisfying meals.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,437, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.