cut of mutton

Thân thiện

The butcher displays a fresh cut of mutton in the shop window.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A piece of meat from a mature sheep: Specifically refers to a portion or section of meat, such as a leg, shoulder, or loin, that has been butchered from a sheep older than one year (mutton).

Usage

• The term is used to specify a particular portion of meat from a sheep, distinguishing it from lamb (meat from a young sheep). It is commonly found in culinary, butchery, and historical contexts.
• Example: "The recipe calls for a specific cut of mutton, like the shoulder, for the stew."

Examples

• Noun:
  • The butcher displayed various cuts of mutton in the shop window.
  • For the traditional dish, a lean cut of mutton is preferred.

Advanced Usage

• "Choice cut of mutton": Refers to a prime or high-quality piece of mutton.
  • He requested a choice cut of mutton for the special dinner.

Variants and Related Words

• Mutton (n): The meat from a mature sheep.
  • Mutton has a stronger flavor than lamb.
• Lamb (n): The meat from a young sheep.
  • Roast lamb is a popular spring dish.

Synonyms

• Piece of mutton: A general synonym for a portion of mutton meat.
• Joint of mutton: Often used to refer to a large cut for roasting.

Related Phrases

• Leg of mutton: A specific cut from the hind leg of the sheep.
  • They served a roasted leg of mutton.
• Mutton chop: A cut including a rib, often grilled or fried.
  • He ordered mutton chops for lunch.

Học thuật

Noun

1. cut of meat from a mature sheep