rarebit
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of rarebit
First recorded in 1845–50
Example Sentences
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It's a beloved national dish of Wales and is found on restaurant menus across the country, but did Welsh rarebit actually start life as a joke played by the English?
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025
She added that many mistakenly think Welsh rarebit contains rabbit because the dish was originally called "Welsh rabbit" in 1725.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025
Welsh rarebit is reimagined as a “vase” of grilled spelt bread capped with mustardy beer cheese.
From Washington Post • Feb. 20, 2023
Welsh rarebit — toast with cheese sauce — gets the glam treatment, too.
From Washington Post • Jan. 27, 2023
About half-past ten, when stories wane and a change seems desirable, the little low tea table appears and a rarebit, souffle of oysters, or some chafing-dish dainty, is prepared by the hostess.
From Suppers Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul
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