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单词 mutton
释义

mutton

noun

mut·​ton ˈmə-tᵊn How to pronounce mutton (audio)
: the flesh of a mature sheep used for food
muttony
ˈmə-tᵊn-ē How to pronounce mutton (audio)
ˈmət-nē
adjective

Example Sentences

a meal of mutton and potatoes
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English motoun, mutton, sheep, from Anglo-French mutun ram, sheep, mutton, of Celtic origin; akin to Old Irish molt wether

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

mutton

noun

mut·​ton ˈmə-tᵊn How to pronounce mutton (audio)
: the meat of an adult sheep
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