meat — the flesh of an animal, typically a mammal or bird, as food
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the flesh of an animal, typically a mammal or bird, as food
Pronunciation (IPA): /miːt/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks expensive salmon is just another piece of meat.
- The butcher recommended the best meat for our barbecue party.
- He tried to impress his date by ordering the most expensive meat on the menu, but she was vegan.
meat
NOUN[/miːt/]
the flesh of an animal, typically a mammal or bird, as food
A chef prepares fresh meat cuts for cooking dinner
Beat the meat under blazing heat!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'mete', which originally referred to food in general. Over time, its meaning narrowed to specifically denote the flesh of animals.
Breakdown
Old English 'mete' (food, nourishment) evolved into Middle English 'meat', with semantic narrowing from the general sense of 'food' to the specific sense of 'animal flesh'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks expensive salmon is just another piece of meat.”
“The butcher recommended the best meat for our barbecue party.”
“He tried to impress his date by ordering the most expensive meat on the menu, but she was vegan.”
“This meat is so tender it melts in your mouth.”
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