BUTTER
/ˈbʊtə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of BUTTER
A soft, fatty foodstuff made by churning the cream of milk (generally cow's milk).
Any of various foodstuffs made from other foods or oils, similar in consistency to, eaten like or intended as a substitute for butter (preceded by the name of the food used to make it).
"peanut butter"
Any specific soft substance.
"butter of antimony; butter of arsenic"
To spread butter on.
"Butter the toast."
To move one's weight backwards or forwards onto the tips or tails of one's skis or snowboard so only the tip or tail is in contact with the snow.
To increase (stakes) at every throw of dice, or every game.
Someone who butts, or who butts in.
Examples of BUTTER in a Sentence
- "peanut butter"
- "butter of antimony; butter of arsenic"
- "Butter the toast."
Word Details
Is BUTTER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BUTTER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BUTTER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BUTTER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | u | t | t | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BUTTER
37 words from the letters in BUTTER
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BUTTER in Word Games
BUTTER is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BUTTER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BUTTER to find 37 additional valid words.