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buttering

/ˈbʌtərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does buttering mean?

verb

to spread butter on bread or other food, or to praise or flatter someone excessively.

Example

"She was buttering up the boss to get a promotion."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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