margarine

/ˈmɑrɡəˌriːn, -ˌrɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A butter substitute made from vegetable oils, often used as a spread or in cooking.

“She spread margarine on her toast for breakfast.”

2. verb

To treat or coat something with a layer of margarine.

“The chef margarinized the bread before serving it.”

Synonyms

  • butter substitute
  • spread
  • vegetable oil spread

Antonyms

  • butter
  • ghee