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spring lamb

American  

noun

  1. a lamb born in the late winter or early spring and sold for slaughter before July 1.


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It lists the dinner - including oysters, beef, spring lamb and mallard duck - served on the evening of 11 April 1912.

From BBC Nov. 12, 2023

Start with one or more vegetable dishes, then move on to pizzas and other mouthwatering mains including branzino, spring lamb confit and brick chicken.

From Seattle Times Jul. 29, 2019

Offerings include a shellfish tower, a carving station including prime rib, glazed Nueske ham and roasted spring lamb, breakfast favorites and pastries.

From Los Angeles Times May 3, 2018

In the evening, the Trumps will host their first state dinner, featuring rack of spring lamb and Carolina gold rice jambalaya cooked New Orleans style.

From New York Times Apr. 23, 2018

Mint sauce and green peas are usually served with spring lamb.

From The Century Cook Book by Ronald, Mary

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