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steak

/steɪk/
Meanings

  • A dish prepared from cooked meat, usually beef, which is often served with various side dishes.

    - "A juicy steak served with a side of mashed potatoes and gravy."
    - "The aroma of a sizzling steak on the grill wafts through the air, making everyone's mouth water."
Pronunciation
  1. /steɪk/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with steak
beef , grief , relief , thief
Homophones
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  1. Steak (en) :

  2. Steak (en) :

Variants
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steak , steaks , steak house , steak houses , steak knife , steak knives , steak tartare , steak tartares , carpetbag steak , carpetbag steaks , chicken-fried steak , chicken-fried steaks , club steak , club steaks , cube steak , cube steaks , Delmonico , Delmonico steak , flank steak , flank steaks
Forms
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Verb: Steak (third person singular): Steaks., Plural forms: Steaks, Steaks (informal), Steaks (British English)., Comparative and superlative forms for adjectives: tastier, tastiest (or most delicious, most delicious respectively)., Conjugations: I steak, You steak, He/She/It steaks, We/They steak/steaks., Gerund or present participle: Steaking., Infinitive: To steak., Past participle: Steaked., Past tense: I/He/She/It steaked, You/They steaked/steaked, We steaked.

Etymology
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The word 'steak' originated from the Old French word 'estreig' which meant 'to press' or 'to squeeze'. Steak was originally prepared by pressing or squeezing the meat between two surfaces to extract the excess juice, leaving the meat tender and juicy.

Trivia
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  1. Did you know that the first recorded evidence of people cooking and eating steak dates back to ancient Egypt around 2500 BC?

  2. Did you know that the term 'steak' actually comes from the Old French word 'estreig' which meant 'to press' or 'to squeeze'?

  3. Did you know that there are many different breeds and types of cattle that are raised specifically for the purpose of producing high-quality steaks?

  4. Did you know that there are many different ways and techniques that can be used to cook and prepare steak, each with its own unique flavor, texture, and presentation?

  5. Did you know that there are many different types and varieties of side dishes and sauces that can be served alongside steak to enhance and complement its flavor, texture, and presentation?

  6. Did you know that there are many different cultural, historical, and symbolic significance of steak in various parts of the world, reflecting the rich and diverse culinary traditions and cultural heritage of humanity?

  7. Did you know that there are many different forms and expressions of steak in various forms of art, literature, music, and other forms of creative expression, reflecting the universal appeal and enduring significance of steak as a cherished and beloved part of human culture and culinary heritage?

Related Concepts
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  1. BBQ (Barbecue): A cooking method where meat, fish, vegetables, or other foods are cooked on a grill, often over an open flame or heat source.

  2. Grilling: A cooking method where food is cooked on a grill, often over an open flame or heat source.

  3. Steakhouse: A restaurant that specializes in serving steak as its main dish, often accompanied by various side dishes and sauces.

Culture
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Steak has been a significant part of various cultures throughout history. In many Western cultures, such as the United States and Canada, steak is often considered a staple food, particularly during special occasions or celebrations. Steak is also commonly served in restaurants and hotels, both domestically and internationally. In many other cultures around the world, such as Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, France, New Zealand, South Africa, and Uruguay, steak is also a popular and important part of their culinary traditions and cultural heritage.

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