Chianina

American

[kee-uh-nee-nuh] / ˌki əˈni nə /

noun

plural

Chianini

one of a large breed of beef cattle, originally of Italy, used also as a draft animal.

Etymology

Origin of Chianina

< Italian, feminine of chianino literally, pertaining to Chiana, a river and valley in Tuscany

Example Sentences

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Made from Italy's Chianina cattle, bistecca alla Fiorentina is a classic Italian steak dish incorporating lemon and rosemary as finishes.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2023

The Americans also promised to source 80% of ingredients locally, including 100 tons of Tuscany’s prided Chianina beef for burgers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2016

Later, guests were reportedly offered a choice between sea bass and Chianina steak.

From The Guardian • Sep. 29, 2014

All the beef comes from the hormone-free Chianina cows that graze in nearby Val di Chiana.

From New York Times • Mar. 5, 2010

What little fat there was in Chianina cuts had an unpleasant waxy aftertaste that marred roasts and stews.

From Time Magazine Archive

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