Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scrag-end
Noun
/skræɡ end/
Definition
The least desirable part of something, particularly in reference to meat or food.
Examples
1. When preparing a stew, she used the scrag-end of the lamb, knowing it would still provide flavor.
2. The farmer sold the scrag-end cuts at a lower price to attract budget-conscious customers.
Meaning
Scrag-end originally referred to the leftover pieces of meat, often considered less valuable or inferior. It can also refer to the end of something that is not the best part.
Synonyms
- leftover
- remnant
- scrap
- tail-end
