Definition

Noun: - Hind legs of frogs used as food: The term "frog legs" refers specifically to the meat from the hind legs of frogs, which is prepared and consumed as a dish. The meat is noted for its texture and flavor, which is often compared to that of chicken.

Usage

• "Frog legs" is used as a plural noun to describe the food item. It is typically treated as a single culinary concept, even though it refers to multiple legs.
• It is commonly found on menus in certain regional cuisines and is often prepared by frying, sautéing, or grilling.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• Gastronomic context: In fine dining or discussions of exotic cuisine, "frog legs" may be referenced to denote a specific type of game or specialty meat.
  • The chef's tasting menu featured frog legs in a delicate garlic butter sauce.

Variants and Related Words

• Frog (noun): The amphibian from which the legs are sourced.
• Cuisses de grenouille (noun): The French term for frog legs, often used in English menus to add a gourmet connotation.

Synonyms

• None direct: There is no single-word synonym for this specific food item. Descriptive phrases like "frogs' hind legs" or the French term "cuisses de grenouille" are used.

Related Phrases

• Tastes like chicken: A common idiomatic expression used to describe the flavor of various meats, including frog legs, alligator, or rabbit, implying a mild, white-meat flavor.
  • People always say frog legs taste like chicken, and it's surprisingly accurate.

Notes on Meaning

• The definition is singular and specific, referring only to the edible hind legs. It does not refer to the live animal, other body parts of the frog, or metaphorical uses.

Noun

1. hind legs of frogs used as food; resemble chicken and cooked as chicken