marrowbone

Meanings

• noun

  A large, hollow bone found in the center of the thighbone or shinbone of an animal, especially a pig or ox, containing marrow.

  - "The butcher asked for an extra fee for cutting the marrowbone."
  - "My dog loves to chew on marrowbones."

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Variants

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marrowbone , marrowbones

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Etymology

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Old English marrowbeor, marrowbone, from marrow (marrow) + bone.

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Trivia

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1. Marrowbones have been used as weapons, as well as for making musical instruments.

2. In some cultures, marrowbones are considered a delicacy and are served roasted or cooked in various dishes.

3. Marrowbone soup is a traditional dish in many European countries.

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Related Concepts

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1. Marrow: The soft, fatty substance found in the cavities of certain bones, especially those of animals.

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Culture

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In some cultures, marrowbones are used for making soup or stew. In traditional English cuisine, marrowbones are roasted and served with a sauce.

How to Memorize "marrowbone"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large bone with a hollow center filled with a soft substance. Imagine a butcher cutting it into pieces.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'marrowbone' with a large, hollow bone containing marrow.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'marrowbone' with the phrase 'large bone, marrow inside'.

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