Meaning & Definition of word "Margarine"

Margarine

/ˈmɑːrɡəˌriːn/

noun:

  • 1. A spread made from vegetable oils or animal fats, used as a substitute for butter.
    • Example: She decided to use margarine instead of butter in her baking recipe.
  • 2. A pale yellow substance resembling butter, often used in cooking and baking.
    • Example: The chef chose margarine for the sautéing process to keep the dish lighter.
  • 3. A type of non-dairy spread made from hydrogenated oils, often used as a spread on bread.
    • Example: For a vegan option, I prefer using margarine on my toast.

Etymology

From French 'margarine', originally from the Greek 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

margarine on bread:

A common breakfast item where margarine is used to enhance flavor.

margarine and toast:

A typical snack or breakfast pairing.

Related Words

butter:

A dairy product made from churning milk.

spread:

A substance applied to food, particularly bread.

Slang Meanings of margarine

Meaning: A cheap or inferior version of something.

Example Sentence: That project was a total margarine effort.

Meaning: Something that is not genuine or authentic.

Example Sentence: Her enthusiasm about the product was just margarine talk.