buttering
n.— «Spread a layer of mortar on the bottom of the opening like you’d spread butter on bread. In fact, the process is called buttering. Do the same to the top and sides of the replacement brick and slide it carefully into the hole.» —“Repairing bricks” KJRH-TV June 1, 2008. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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