World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesMutton
/ˈmʌt.ən/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
1 sense- 1
The flesh of an adult sheep, used as food.
"The traditional stew was made with tender mutton and root vegetables."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Middle English: from Old French moton 'sheep, ram', of unknown ultimate origin.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Mutton"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Mutton" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
mouton
Transliteration: mouton
"Le mouton est très populaire dans ce plat traditionnel."
Hammelfleisch
Transliteration: Hammelfleisch
"Hammelfleisch hat einen sehr kräftigen Geschmack."
muntone
Transliteration: muntone
"Il piatto è preparato con carne di montone."
carnero
Transliteration: carnero
"El guiso de carnero lleva muchas especias."
carneiro
Transliteration: carneiro
"O cozido de carneiro estava delicioso."
मटन
Transliteration: matan
"हमने रात के खाने में मटन करी बनाई।"
羊肉
Transliteration: yángròu
"这道菜是用上好的羊肉做的。"
머튼
Transliteration: meoteun
"그 식당은 양고기 요리로 유명하다."
マトン
Transliteration: maton
"このカレーにはマトンが使われています。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Mutton"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.