edgebone

[ej-bohn]

noun

1. aitchbone.

Word History and Origins

Origin of edgebone¹

By folk etymology

Example Sentences

Pope the actor, well known for his devotion to the culinary art, received an invitation to dinner, accompanied by an apology for the simplicity of the intended fare—a small turbot and a boiled edgebone of beef.

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It is infinitely superior either to the round or edgebone, and certainly not so extravagant as the last-named joint.

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