butter

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈbʊtə/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A soft, fatty foodstuff made by churning the cream of milk (generally cow's milk).

2 Definition

Any of various foodstuffs made from other foods or oils, similar in consistency to, eaten like or intended as a substitute for butter (preceded by the name of the food used to make it).

Example Sentences
  • peanut butter
3 Definition

Any specific soft substance.

Example Sentences
  • butter of antimony; butter of arsenic
4 Definition

A smooth plane landing.

5 Definition

Someone who butts, or who butts in.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To spread butter on.

Example Sentences
  • Butter the toast.
2 Definition

To move one's weight backwards or forwards onto the tips or tails of one's skis or snowboard so only the tip or tail is in contact with the snow.

3 Definition

To increase (stakes) at every throw of dice, or every game.