brown butter

/braʊn ˌbʌdər/
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Definitions of brown butter
  1. noun
    clarified butter browned slowly and seasoned with vinegar or lemon juice and capers
    synonyms: beurre noisette
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    type of:
    butter
    an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use
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