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riblet

American  
[rib-lit] / ˈrɪb lɪt /

noun

  1. a boneless cut of meat from the end of a rib of veal, lamb, or pork.

  2. any of a series of microscopic grooves set into a material that is applied to the exterior surface of aircraft or boats to reduce drag.


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A single riblet packs 16 grams of protein, but it also contains 35 grams of carbs and 210 calories.

From Time • May 6, 2016

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