knackwurst

Thân thiện

A man grills knackwurst on a backyard barbecue.

Definition

Noun: A short, thick, highly seasoned sausage, typically made of pork and sometimes beef, and often containing garlic. It is a type of German sausage, similar to a frankfurter but shorter and thicker.

Usage

The word "knackwurst" is used as a countable noun to refer to this specific type of sausage. It is typically served cooked, often boiled, grilled, or pan-fried.

Examples

• We grilled some knackwurst for the barbecue.
• This recipe calls for two knackwursts, sliced into coins.
• He ordered a plate of sauerkraut and knackwurst.

Advanced Usage

• As a mass noun (less common): When referring to the food substance in a general sense, it can sometimes be used uncountably.
  • The deli case was full of various meats, including knackwurst.

Variants and Related Words

• Knockwurst: An alternative spelling for the same sausage.
• Bratwurst: A different type of German sausage, typically made from pork and veal, and less heavily seasoned than knackwurst.
• Frankfurter: A longer, thinner smoked sausage, often what is called a "hot dog."

Synonyms

• Sausage (general term)
• Frankfurter (similar, but not identical)

Notes on Different Meanings

"Knackwurst" has only one primary meaning, referring specifically to the German sausage. It does not have other common metaphorical or idiomatic uses.

Học thuật

Noun

1. short thick highly seasoned sausage

Từ đồng nghĩa

• knockwurst