buttery

1 of 2

noun

but·​tery ˈbə-tə-rē 

ˈbə-trē

plural butteries

1

: a storeroom for liquors

2

a

chiefly dialectal : pantry

b

: a room (as in an English college) stocking provisions for sale to students

buttery

2 of 2

adjective

but·​tery ˈbə-tə-rē 

1

a

: having the qualities (such as smoothness or richness) of butter

buttery flavors

b

: containing or spread with butter

buttery pastry

2

: marked by flattery

buttery compliments

Examples of buttery in a Sentence

Adjective

The cheese has a buttery flavor.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

In keeping with the earth tones that seemed to dominate this season, the collection offered buttery brown leather looks, flowery romantic prints, fur accents and other mid-century aesthetic touches. —Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026

Mild, buttery, and sweet they can be used in a variety of cuisines, from Mediterranean dishes, to classic Cajun or Creole recipes. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026

Adjective

This can be helpful for crisp, buttery cookies like shortbread, slice-and-bake cookies, butter cookies, or very sugary doughs that are prone to over-browning. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026

Each swipe leaves your pout looking smoother and fuller, thanks to collagen-boosting peptides, and leaves a glossy finish that feels buttery, not sticky. —Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English boterie, from Anglo-French, from but cask, butt — more at butt entry 6

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a