drawn butter

noun

: melted clarified butter

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Additional melted or drawn butter can be served on the side, if desired. Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1661, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of drawn butter was in 1661

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“Drawn butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drawn%20butter. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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drawn butter

noun
ˈdrȯn-
: melted butter
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