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Types of Meat and Offal

66 Words

33m

beef
1.
beef
Noun

meat that is from a cow

The steakhouse is famous for serving high-quality cuts of beef grilled to perfection.

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pork
2.
pork
Noun

meat from a pig, eaten as food

The chef prepared a delicious dish using tender pork loin and a savory sauce.

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poultry
3.
poult
ry
Noun

turkeys, chickens, geese, ducks, etc. that are kept for their eggs and meat

The farm specializes in raising poultry for both meat and egg production.

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veal
4.
veal
Noun

meat of a young cow

He cooked veal chops to perfection on the barbecue, seasoning them with herbs and spices for a mouthwatering grilled dish.

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chi
tter
lings
Noun

the small intestines of a pig, typically cleaned and cooked as a delicacy in various culinary traditions

Despite their popularity, she found the smell of chitterlings quite unpleasant and preferred other dishes.

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tripe
6.
tripe
Noun

the edible lining of the stomach of various animals, typically used in cooking

She decided to try a new recipe and cooked tripe with spices and herbs.

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corned beef
Noun

beef that has been cured in a brine solution, typically seasoned with spices and salt

She prepared a delicious corned beef sandwich for her lunch.

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bully beef
Noun

canned or preserved meat, typically beef, often used in military rations

He opened a can of bully beef to make a quick sandwich for his lunch.

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ground beef
Noun

a type of meat that has been minced or finely chopped

He cooked a delicious spaghetti bolognese with ground beef for dinner.

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ham
10.
ham
Noun

a type of meat cut from a pig's thigh, usually smoked or salted

He diced the leftover ham and used it to make a flavorful fried rice.

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chicken
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chi
cken
Noun

a farm bird that we keep to use its meat and eggs

My grandfather used to raise chickens on his farm.

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duck
12.
duck
Noun

a bird with short legs and a wide beak that naturally lives near or on water or is kept by humans for its eggs, meat, or feathers

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goose
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goose
Noun

a waterbird with webbed feet, a long neck, and short beak, which is like a large duck

The goose waddled gracefully along the edge of the pond, its honks echoing across the water.

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turkey
14.
tur
key
Noun

a large bird that has a bald head and is often kept for its meat, especially in the US

The turkey strutted proudly around the farmyard, puffing out its feathers to impress the hens.

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squab
Noun

the meat of young domestic pigeons that are slaughtered before they are able to fly

He prepared a mouthwatering squab dish for dinner, savoring every bite of the tender meat.

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quail
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quail
Noun

a small, short-tailed, ground-dwelling game bird with brownish plumage

The hunter's dog pointed motionlessly at a quail hiding in the tall grass.

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grouse
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grouse
Noun

a game bird with a fat body and feathered legs that cannot fly and has brownish red plumage

The hunters trekked through the dense forest, hoping to spot a grouse among the underbrush.

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pheasant
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phea
sant
Noun

a long-tailed game bird with a stout body that is native to Asia, the male of which is of bright colors

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liver
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li
ver
Noun

a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of harmful substances

The liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the bloodstream, helping to detoxify the body and maintain overall health.

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red meat
20.
red meat
Noun

the meat such as beef and lamb that turn brown when cooked

He grilled a juicy steak, savoring the flavor of the perfectly cooked red meat.

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white meat
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white meat
Noun

the meat such as chicken, rabbit, etc., that is pale in color

She cooked a flavorful and aromatic curry, using diced white meat as the main ingredient.

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sausage
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sau
sage
Noun

‌a mixture of meat, bread, etc. cut into small pieces and put into a long tube of skin, typically sold raw to be cooked before eating

He enjoys a sausage sandwich for his lunch.

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salt
cured
Adjective

related to a preservation method where food is treated or preserved with salt

She learned how to make salt-cured vegetables to preserve them for the winter.

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lunch meat
Noun

cooked meat that is sliced before sale and eaten cold

He made a delicious sandwich with sliced lunch meat for his picnic lunch.

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bush
meat
Noun

meat of African wild animals eaten as food

They were fascinated by the rich flavors of a traditional bushmeat stew they tasted while traveling abroad.

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brain
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brain
Noun

the body part that is inside our head controlling how we feel, think, move, etc.

He suffered a traumatic brain injury in a car accident.

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tongue
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tongue
Noun

the soft movable part inside the mouth used for tasting something or speaking

Your tongue helps you taste different flavors like sweet and sour.

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kidney
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kid
ney
Noun

each of the two bean-shaped organs in the lower back of the body that separate wastes from the blood and make urine

She experienced symptoms of kidney infection, including fever, back pain, and frequent urination, prompting a visit to her healthcare provider.

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sweet
bread
Noun

a type of meat that refers to the thymus or pancreas of a young animal

She cooked the sweetbread in a creamy mushroom sauce, and it turned out to be her favorite dish.

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halal
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ha
lal
Adjective

(of food) prepared according to Islamic law

She only eats halal meat from the local butcher.

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kosher
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ko
sher
Adjective

(of food) prepared according to Jewish law

The meat served at the kosher deli adheres to strict Jewish dietary laws.

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dark meat
Noun

meat of the legs of a bird that has turned dark after being cooked, eaten as food

He prefers dark meat over white meat because he finds it juicier and more flavorful.

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fish
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fish
Noun

an animal with a tail, gills and fins that lives in water

My dad took me fishing, and we caught a big fish.

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mutton
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mu
tton
Noun

meat of an adult sheep

I cooked a comforting pot of mutton soup, with tender chunks of meat and vegetables.

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venison
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ve
ni
son
Noun

meat of a deer, eaten as food

They ordered a mouthwatering venison burger from a trendy restaurant.

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chevon
Noun

young goat meat known for its tender texture, delicate flavor, and lean profile, used in various cuisines worldwide

As a specialty dish, the chef prepared a gourmet chevon rack, perfectly seared and served with a delicate herb-infused sauce.

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lamb
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lamb
Noun

a young sheep, especially one that is under one year

Mark's family owns a farm with several lambs.

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rabbit
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ra
bbit
Noun

an animal that is small, eats plants, has a short tail, long ears, and soft fur

I gave a carrot to the hungry rabbit.

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gristle
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gri
stle
Noun

tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults

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ca
la
ma
ri
Noun

the culinary term for squid, commonly prepared and served as a dish

My parents enjoyed a delicious calamari appetizer at the seaside restaurant.

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mahi
mahi
Noun

a type of fish known for its firm texture and mild flavor

She prepared the mahimahi by grilling it with a squeeze of lemon juice.

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mince
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mince
Verb

to cut meat or other food into very small pieces, usually using a meat grinder or a sharp knife

Mince the garlic cloves finely before adding them to the sauce.

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lobster
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lobs
ter
Noun

a sea animal with a shell, a pair of strong, large claws and eight legs

Fishermen set out traps to catch lobsters, hauling in their bounty from the depths of the ocean.

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luncheon meat
Noun

any meat that is cut into small pieces, pressed into a container such as cans and then served cold

He prepared a simple sandwich with sliced luncheon meat, lettuce, and mayo for his quick lunch.

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roe
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roe
Noun

the eggs of a female fish or the sperm of a male fish, eaten as food

He spotted a fisherman collecting roe from a freshly caught salmon.

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scrod
Noun

the flesh of a young cod

They hosted a dinner party and served an elegant three-course meal that began with a light scrod ceviche.

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seafood
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sea
food
Noun

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

She's a seafood aficionado, specializing in preparing sushi and sashimi at home.

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variety meat
Noun

the internal organs of an animal such as the liver and kidneys, used as food

As you stepped into the bustling market, the aroma of sizzling variety meats filled the air.

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cold cuts
Noun

thin slices of cooked meat that are eaten cold

As you strolled through the food market, the vendor enticed you with samples of various cold cuts.

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con
fit
Noun

a method of slow-cooking meat in fat at a low temperature to achieve tender, flavorful results

Confit is a classic French technique for preserving and cooking meat.

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crab
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crab
Noun

a sea creature with eight legs, two pincers, and a hard shell, which is able to live on land

The crab scuttled sideways along the sandy shore, its claws raised in a defensive posture.

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duckling
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duck
ling
Noun

a newly-hatched duck

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fowl
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fowl
Noun

a domesticated bird that is particularly kept for its meat and eggs

The farmyard was bustling with fowl of all shapes and sizes.

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guinea fowl
Noun

a large African ground bird with black plumage that has white dots and a bare neck, sometimes domesticated for its meat

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kipper
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ki
pper
Noun

a type of fish called herring which is salted and then smoked

I prepared a simple yet delicious dinner by pan-frying kippers with a squeeze of lemon juice.

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horse
flesh
Noun

the edible meat obtained from horses

He traveled to a foreign country where horseflesh was considered a delicacy.

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partridge
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part
ridge
Noun

a fat Eurasian game bird with a short tail and brown plumage

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fryer
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fryer
Noun

a kitchen appliance used for deep frying food items by immersing them in hot oil or fat

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dress
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dress
Noun

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

He asked her wife to wear a formal dress to the event.

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tuna
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tu
na
Noun

a type of large fish that is found in warm seas

She prepared a delicious salad topped with grilled tuna and a tangy vinaigrette dressing.

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clam
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clam
Noun

an edible marine shellfish living in sand or mud

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gib
lets
Noun

the edible internal organs of poultry, typically including the liver, heart, gizzard, and neck

He and she discovered a family recipe that called for giblets in the meatball mixture.

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parson's nose
Noun

the fatty tail end of a roast chicken or turkey

She skillfully prepared a flavorful stuffing using the parson's nose as a base.

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spatch
cock
Noun

a chicken or game bird prepared by splitting it along the back for grilling or roasting, typically fresh

The chef served a spatchcock with herbs and lemon.

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abalone
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a
ba
lo
ne
Noun

a gastropod of warm seas that is edible and contains mother-of-pearl

Abalone possesses a unique ability to repair and regenerate its shell.

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oyster
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oys
ter
Noun

a type of shellfish that can be eaten both raw and cooked, some of which contain pearls inside

Bake oysters topped with a mixture of breadcrumbs, butter, and herbs for a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer.

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