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buttering

/ˈbʌtərɪŋ/

butteringnoun

butterings

Translations

намазывание

The buttering of the bread was done quickly.

Намазывание хлеба было сделано быстро.

Additional translations

смазывание

помазание

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

smoothing

greasing

lubricating

butteringgerund / present participle

/ˈbʌtərɪŋ/

/ˈbʌt̬ɚɪŋ/

Used attributively to describe tools or items intended for the application of butter.

Definitions

Serving, intended, or suitable for applying butter.

She reached for the buttering knife to spread butter on the rolls.

butternoun

Definitions

A pale yellow edible fatty substance made by churning cream and used as a spread or in cooking.

She spread butter on her toast before adding a layer of jam.

A soft, spreadable substance with a consistency similar to that of butter, often used in cosmetics or skincare.

The body butter left her skin feeling smooth and hydrated.

butterverb

buttering

Gerund

buttered

Past Simple

buttered

Past Participle

buttering

Gerund

/ˈbʌtə/

/ˈbʌtər/

Translations

намазывать

She decided to butter the toast before serving it.

Она решила намазать тост маслом перед подачей.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

butteradjective

Definitions

Containing, made with, or resembling butter.

The chef prepared a rich butter sauce to accompany the fish.