peanut butter
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of peanut butter
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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It’s deliciously nutty and salty, courtesy of the peanut butter, and slightly bitter and acidic, thanks to the dark chocolate.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
It will not change your weight on a bathroom scale or alter how manufacturers measure ingredients like peanut butter for a 16-ounce jar.
From Science Daily ● May 18, 2026
She was laser-focused on licking organic peanut butter off a mat, a treat reserved for her biweekly acupuncture sessions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 17, 2026
Today, they meet at Emily Lawrence’s home, where she has prepared peanut butter cookies and an elaborate cheese board for the occasion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2026
She opened her own lunch box and took out some peanut butter crackers.
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
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