butyrous

/ˈbyʊtriəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or having the texture of butter; greasy or oily.

“The butyrous texture of the cake made it difficult to cut.”

2. noun

A butyrous substance or material.

“The butyrous secretion from the plant was used for medicinal purposes.”

Synonyms

  • greasy
  • oily

Antonyms

  • dry
  • powdery