beef
Plural
beefs
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meat that is from a cow
Beef is meat obtained from cattle, particularly from cows, bulls, or steers. It is a popular and widely consumed protein source in many cuisines around the world. Beef is known for its rich flavor and varied cuts, which offer different textures and levels of tenderness. Common cuts of beef include steak, roast, ground beef, and brisket, each of which can be prepared using various cooking methods such as grilling, roasting, braising, or frying. Beef is prized for its high protein content, as well as its rich array of vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc, and B vitamins.
- The steakhouse is famous for serving high-quality cuts of beef grilled to perfection.
- He prefers to make his burgers using lean ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper.
- The roast beef sandwich at the deli is a customer favorite, piled high with thinly sliced beef and horseradish sauce.
- The recipe called for braising beef short ribs in red wine until they were fall-off-the-bone tender.
- She ordered a rare steak, preferring her beef to be cooked just enough to seal in the juices.
Synonyms:
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cattle, especially when considered as livestock or for meat production
- The farm raises beef for local markets.
- Beef cattle were grazing in the pasture.
- The ranch specializes in premium beef breeds.
- Farmers invested in beef to supply the meat industry.
- The auction sold beef by the head.
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a disagreement, argument, or ongoing conflict between people, often involving hostility or rivalry
- He has beef with his coworker over the project.
- There's some serious beef between those two rappers.
- They settled their beef after a long talk.
- Don't start beef with someone you barely know.
- She's got beef with the manager about the schedule.