margarine
Translation
margarine
Examples
I prefer margarine to butter on my toast.
I prefer margarine to butter on my toast.
This recipe uses margarine instead of oil.
This recipe uses margarine instead of oil.
Grammar Patterns
((margarine)) a butter substitute made from vegetable oils or animal fats. I prefer margarine to butter on my toast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spread, oleo; Antonyms: butter (as a contrast)
Etymology
From French `margarine`, derived from Greek `margaron` ('pearl'), named for the pearly appearance of margaric acid crystals.
Memory Tips
Picture a tub of margarine with pearly drops on it, linking to its Greek root 'margaron' (pearl).