marrow

• Substantiv, das das weiche Fettgewebe im Inneren der Knochen, den Kern oder die Essenz einer Sache oder eine längliche Zucchinisorte bezeichnet.

A noun referring to the soft, fatty tissue inside bones, or the most essential part of something, or a type of elongated squash.

1. Bone marrowB1formalmedical

   The soft, fatty tissue found inside bones that produces blood cells and stores essential nutrients.

   Knochenmark

   • The doctor took a sample of bone marrow to test for the disease.
   • Bone marrow transplants can save lives.
   • She donated her bone marrow to a patient in need.

   Synonymebone marrowmedulla

2. Vegetable marrowA2formalbritishculinary

   A type of squash with an elongated shape, smooth dark green skin, and pale flesh, commonly eaten as a vegetable.

   Gartenkürbis

   • He stuffed the marrow with mushrooms and rice.
   • Marrow can be roasted or boiled for a mild flavor.
   • The garden produced several large marrows this year.

3. Essential partC1formal

   The most vital or central part of an idea, experience, or topic.

   Kern

   • The marrow of the debate was the budget deficit.
   • To understand the theory, you must grasp its marrow.
   • The marrow of his speech emphasized compassion.

   Synonymecoreessencegistheartkernelnubpithsubstance