buttery

[ˈbʌtəri]

buttery Definition

• 1. resembling or containing butter
• 2. having a rich, creamy, or smooth quality

Using buttery: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "buttery" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The croissant was flaky and buttery.

• Example

  The chardonnay has a buttery finish.

• Example

  The lobster bisque was rich and buttery.

buttery Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for buttery

• creamy
• smooth
• rich
• unctuous
• fatty

Antonyms for buttery

• dry
• rough
• coarse

Phrases with buttery

• buttery biscuit base

  a phrase from the song 'Cheesecake' by British comedy duo The Midnight Beast, referring to the crust of a cheesecake

  Example

  I made a delicious cheesecake with a buttery biscuit base.

• buttery nipple

  a cocktail made with butterscotch schnapps and Irish cream

  Example

  I ordered a buttery nipple at the bar.

• buttery spread

  a type of margarine or butter substitute that is spreadable

  Example

  I can't believe it's not butter! is a popular brand of buttery spread.

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Summary: buttery in Brief

The term 'buttery' [ˈbʌtəri] describes something that resembles or contains butter, often with a rich, creamy, or smooth quality. It is commonly used to describe food and drink, such as a 'buttery croissant' or a 'buttery chardonnay.' 'Buttery' can also refer to specific food items like a 'buttery biscuit base' or a 'buttery nipple' cocktail.