boeuf

Thân thiện

A chef seasons a large cut of boeuf in the kitchen.

Definition

Noun: 1. The flesh of a mature domestic cow, steer, or bull, used as food; beef. - This term specifically refers to the meat from an adult bovine animal, typically a cow, that is raised for food production. It is synonymous with the common English word "beef."

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The chef specializes in preparing classic French dishes with high-quality boeuf.
  • For the stew, you will need one kilogram of stewing boeuf.
  • The menu listed boeuf bourguignon as the special of the day.

Advanced Usage

• The word boeuf is often used in culinary contexts, particularly in the names of classic French dishes, to denote the type of meat used.
  • Boeuf à la mode is a traditional French braised beef dish.
  • The term can imply a certain standard of preparation or cut associated with French cuisine.

Variants and Related Words

• Beef (noun): The direct English equivalent for the meat from a cow, steer, or bull.
• Bovine (adjective): Relating to or affecting cattle.
• Veal (noun): The meat from a young calf, which is distinct from boeuf.

Synonyms

• Beef: The most common synonym.
• Red meat: A broader category that includes beef, lamb, etc.

Related Phrases

• Boeuf bourguignon: A famous French stew of beef braised in red wine.
• Boeuf en daube: Another French beef stew, often cooked in a (a braising pot).

Học thuật

Noun

1. meat from an adult domestic bovine

Từ đồng nghĩa

• beef