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

Two of our staffers sleep on eucalyptus sheets from sustainable bedding brand Sijo and give them positive reviews for their buttery texture. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 27 Oct. 2025

Gone are the days of waxy, flavorless balms: This one melts on contact, delivering a smooth, buttery texture that makes lip care feel indulgent. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2025

Adjective

Chances are the family will make requests months in advance for this creamy classic with a buttery topping. —Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2025

Made with buttery pebbled leather, the handbag features an adjustable strap that allows it to be worn as a crossbody or a shoulder bag. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025

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