Definitions

1. noun

a yellowish, edible fat obtained from milk, used as a spread or in cooking

“She buttered the toast with a generous amount of butter.”

2. verb

to spread or apply butter to something, typically as a means of flavoring or preserving

“Can you butter the bread for me?”

3. verb

to make something more enjoyable, interesting, or appealing

“The comedian buttered up the audience with his jokes.”