leaf lard

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noun

lard prepared from the leaf fat of the hog.

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Origin of leaf lard

First recorded in 1840–50

Words nearby leaf lard

leaf fat, leaf-footed bug, leaf gap, leafhopper, leaf insect, leaf lard, leaflet, leafleteer, leaf lettuce, leaf miner, leaf mold

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How to use leaf lard in a sentence

This is called leaf lard, because the pieces of fat are similar in shape to leaves.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 3|Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences
Leaf lard used exclusively for butterine and benzoinated lard.
The Propaganda for Reform in Proprietary Medicines, Vol. 2 of 2|Various
Leaf lard of the best quality obtainable was purchased from a butcher.
The Propaganda for Reform in Proprietary Medicines, Vol. 2 of 2|Various
A large amount of fat is found lining the back of the abdominal cavity, and this is known as leaf lard.
Human Foods and Their Nutritive Value|Harry Snyder

Cook a dozen small onions, sliced, in a saucepan with one cup of sweet leaf-lard.
American Cookery|Various

British Dictionary definitions for leaf lard

leaf-lard

noun

lard prepared from the leaf fat of a pig

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