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corned beef

American

[kawrnd beef] / ˈkɔrnd ˈbif /

Also corn beef

noun

beef that has been preserved by marinating it in brine, often with garlic, peppercorns, cloves, etc.

Etymology

Origin of corned beef

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

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The corned beef sandwich is one of my personal favorites; it has a certain nostalgia for me.

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024

People were stealing "absolutely anything" including "tins of spam, tins of corned beef, all the fresh meat", Ms Whitehead told BBC Radio 4's World at One programme.

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2024

Capitol Hill Blog reports that in addition to delicate pastries, the new location will include hearty savory fare like Reuben sandwiches and corned beef hash.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 25, 2023

“We would do corned beef tacos over there,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2023

He came over and slipped a tin of corned beef into her basket and then hurried away as if he had done nothing.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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