rarebit
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of rarebit
First recorded in 1845–50
Example Sentences
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In Swansea, he said he had a "really good experience" with cockles and laverbread and Welsh rarebit.
From BBC • Aug. 23, 2024
The music blaring from the sound system is exclusively from Wales - ranging from Shirley Bassey to the Manic Street Preachers - while Welsh rarebit is on offer at food trucks.
From BBC • Jul. 26, 2023
Welsh rarebit is reimagined as a “vase” of grilled spelt bread capped with mustardy beer cheese.
From Washington Post • Feb. 20, 2023
On the road to its destination as a dip, Fain credits the influence of Swiss fondue and Welsh rarebit.
From Washington Post • Feb. 6, 2023
Shirlock's story had seemed pretty long and the rarebit sent out a tantalizing odor.
From Stanford Stories Tales of a Young University by Field, Charles K. (Charles Kellogg)
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