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pin bone

/ˈpɪn bəʊn/

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/ˈpɪn bəʊn/C1formalculinary
  • ruМаленькая острая кость, встречающаяся у рыбы, обычно проходящая вдоль филе, которую часто удаляют перед приготовлением или едой, чтобы избежать удушья.

A small, sharp bone found in fish, typically running along the fillet, which is often removed before cooking or eating to avoid choking.

  1. Anatomical termC1formal

    The prominent part of the hip bone in animals, especially cattle, often used as a reference point in butchery or cooking.

    ruАнатомический термин

    • The butcher identified the pin bone to separate the cuts of meat.
    • In beef anatomy, the pin bone is located near the tailhead.
    • The pin bone is a key landmark for carving a sirloin roast.