butter

/ˈbʊtə/noun

A soft, rich food produced by churning cream, usually from cow's milk.

Example sentences

“She spread butter on her toast.”
“Melt the butter in a pan before adding the chopped onions.”

"Butter someone up" means to flatter them before asking a favor. "Butter wouldn't melt in her mouth" describes suspiciously innocent looks.

Related words

pastryA baked treat made from a dough of flour and fat, such as pie crusts, tarts, and other sweet items.nutritiousContaining the substances your body needs; good for your health when eaten or drunk.seafoodFish, shellfish, and other edible creatures or plants taken from the ocean and eaten as food.tastyHaving a good flavor; enjoyable to eat.dairyFoods made from milk, such as butter, cheese, and yogurt.ripeFully grown and ready to be picked or eaten, as fruit or vegetables.