beef jerky

noun

Meaning

Lean meat that has been trimmed of fat, cut into strips, and dried to prevent spoilage.

Examples

She grabbed a pack of beef jerky from the gas station shelf before starting the long drive.
Homemade beef jerky requires careful temperature control during the dehydration process.

Synonyms: dried meat, cured meat, biltong, charcuterie

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beef jerky

noun

Pronunciation: /biːf ˈdʒɜːrki/

Definition

Lean meat that has been trimmed of fat, cut into strips, and dried to prevent spoilage.

Examples

She grabbed a pack of beef jerky from the gas station shelf before starting the long drive.
Homemade beef jerky requires careful temperature control during the dehydration process.

Synonyms of beef jerky

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