forequarter
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of forequarter
Example Sentences
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As Dawson sawed away at the forequarter to reveal a glimpse of a beautifully marbled rib-eye, it was clear that this work is also an upper body workout.
From Washington Times • Jun. 30, 2018
Butcher manager Allie Christian and Aniel both set to work on the hindquarter with flexible, wicked sharp boning knives, while Dawson took a hand saw to the forequarter.
From Washington Times • Jun. 30, 2018
Put the forequarter in a large roasting pan on top of the cooking grill....
From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2014
The texture was good, and the backstrap cuts were a bit more tender than the forequarter cuts.
From Slate • Jan. 15, 2013
Page 23 Any part of the forequarter of mutton is more tender and palatable, and more easily carved, if before cooking it be boned and stuffed.
From Carving and Serving by Lincoln, Mary Johnson Bailey
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