brisket

American  

[bris-kit] / ˈbrɪs kɪt /

noun

1. the breast of an animal, or the part of the breast lying next to the ribs.

2. a cut of meat, especially beef, from this part.

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brisket British  

/ ˈbrɪskɪt /

noun

1. the breast of a four-legged animal

2. the meat from this part, esp of beef

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Etymology

Origin of brisket

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English brusket, perhaps from Old Norse brjōsk “cartilage” (compare Norwegian brusk, Swedish brosk )

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Example Sentences

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brisket

They have traditional beef and cheese, chicken, pastrami and brisket variations—along with a “Jewish Cheesesteak” with brisket, pepper jack, coleslaw and Russian dressing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026

The company plans to bring smoked brisket back to menus next month, and said other menu additions would be arriving next year.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026

The old crowded wait has become a couch scroll until your green bean skewer and brisket noodles appear by e-bike.

From Salon ● Aug. 9, 2026

His viral $38 basturma brisket sandwich is worth the hype.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026

At one of the food tables, Dad and Aunt Melissa are helping Lily choose between a cheeseburger and brisket.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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