unbuttered

adjective

un·​but·​tered ˌən-ˈbə-tərd How to pronounce unbuttered (audio)
: not spread with butter : not buttered
unbuttered bread

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For a quick and easy Halloween treat that guests can snack on all night long, combine heart-healthy nuts and unbuttered popcorn with a few more decadent mini snacks (like pretzels and candy corn) in a bag or container. Corinne Sullivan, Woman's Day, 27 June 2022

Word History

First Known Use

1584, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unbuttered was in 1584

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“Unbuttered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unbuttered. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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