short ribs

plural noun

1. a beef cut from the underside of the chest, consisting of five connected ribs.
2. a beef cut from the shoulder, consisting of thick, rectangular slices 2 to 3 inches long.

Word History and Origins

Origin of short ribs¹

First recorded in 1610–1620

Example Sentences

Lee gave the short ribs a 9 out of 10 and praised Dukem as “the best food we've had in D.C.”

From Salon

Recipes like my bolognese, the braised lamb, or the beef short ribs all need some time before you can enjoy the sandwich, but you can do other things while they work their magic in the oven.

From Salon

The menu includes fruitwood-smoked beef short ribs, poached lobster, chilled heirloom tomato soup and a white chocolate basket.

From Seattle Times

White House executive chef Cris Comerford says the main course is a “best of both worlds” combination of smoked short ribs and lobster.

From Seattle Times

The weekend special might feature Ramstead’s beef short ribs — suya style, subtly spiced to let the smokiness of the grill come through — along with the spectacularly savory taste of Fahnbulleh’s jollof, lightly crisped rice imbued with paprika, a touch of cayenne and a tomato tang.

From Seattle Times