What does MARGE mean?

Parts of Speech

Marge is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, marge means "margarine", a butter substitute made from vegetable oils. As a verb, marge means "to spread margarine on something."

Pronunciations

US: /mɑrdʒ/

UK: /mɑːdʒ/

Origin and Usage

The word "marge" is a shortened version of "margarine," which was first invented in France in the 1800s as a cheaper alternative to butter. Margarine became popular in the United States during World War II when butter was rationed. The verb form of "marge" is not commonly used and is considered informal.

Synonyms

Butter substitute, oleo, spread

Related Words

Large, merge, image, surge, verge

Example Sentences

As a noun:

1. She spread marge on her toast instead of butter.
2. He couldn tell the difference between butter and marge.

As a verb:

1. She marged the bread before putting it in the toaster.
2. He always marges his pancakes with a lot of margarine.