bob veal

noun

1. the flesh of an unborn or newborn calf, used for food.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bob veal¹

1850–55, Americanism; dial. (Cornwall) bob young calf (from its uncertain, staggering movements; bob ¹ )

Example Sentences

For example, Golden Jay Dairy in Tulare, CA had three violations in 2013—all for residues of the antibiotic neomycin in bob veal.

From Salon

The sale of this immature veal, or "bob veal" as it is sometimes called, is prohibited by law in many States.

From Project Gutenberg

"Bob Veal!" retorted Julie, causing every one to roar at the questioner.

From Project Gutenberg

She means well, would like to do better by her boarders, but there is rent and gas and wear and tear of all sorts, and she buys bob veal and stale fish and rotten vegetables and alum bread, trying to make the ends meet.

From Project Gutenberg

In most states the laws strictly forbid the sale of bob veal for food, but constant vigilance must be exercised to safeguard the public from unscrupulous dealers.

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