Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leg-of-mutton
noun
/ˈlɛɡ əv ˈmʌtən/
Definition
A cut of meat from the leg of a sheep, often served roasted or used in stews.
Examples
- For dinner, we prepared a delicious leg-of-mutton roasted with herbs.
- The leg-of-mutton stew was hearty and filled with vegetables.
Meaning
Leg-of-mutton refers specifically to the whole or a large part of the hind leg of a sheep, known for its tender and flavorful meat.
Synonyms
- sheep leg
- mutton leg
- lamb leg
