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buttering

UK
/ˈbʌtərɪŋ/
US
/ˈbʌtərɪŋ/

Translations

butteringnoun
butterings
pl
The buttering of the bread was done quickly.
Намазывание хлеба было сделано быстро.
Additional translations
смазывание
помазание
Synonyms
smoothing
greasing
lubricating
butteringgerund / present participle
UK
/ˈbʌtərɪŋ/
US
/ˈbʌt̬ɚɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe tools or items intended for the application of butter.
butterverb

buttering

Gerund

buttered
Past Simple
buttered
Past Participle
buttering
Gerund
UK
/ˈbʌtə/
US
/ˈbʌtər/
She decided to butter the toast before serving it.
Она решила намазать тост маслом перед подачей.
Synonyms
spread
apply
slather
coat
grease

Definitions

butteringnoun
The act or process of applying butter to something, such as bread or a pan.
The buttering of the toast was done quickly before breakfast.
The act of flattering or praising someone excessively, often to gain favor.
His buttering of the boss was obvious to everyone in the office.
butteringgerund / present participle
Serving, intended, or suitable for applying butter.
She reached for the buttering knife to spread butter on the rolls.
butterverb
To spread butter on something, typically bread or toast.
She buttered the toast before serving it with jam.
To flatter or compliment someone excessively, often to gain favor.
He tried to butter up his boss by praising her leadership skills.
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