mutton chop

• Chuleta gruesa y jugosa de cordero o carnero, procedente de la costilla o del lomo, a menudo servida como ración individual. También se refiere a un estilo de patillas que son anchas y tienen forma de chuleta.

A thick, juicy cut of lamb or mutton from the rib or loin, often served as a single portion. Also refers to a style of sideburns that are broad and shaped like a chop.

1. Cut of meatB1formal

   A thick, meaty cut of lamb or mutton from the rib or loin area, often cooked as a single serving.

   chuleta de carnero

   • He ordered a grilled mutton chop with mint sauce.
   • The restaurant is famous for its tender mutton chops.
   • She seasoned the mutton chop with rosemary and garlic.

2. Facial hair styleB2informal

   A style of sideburns that are broad and shaped like a cut of meat, often extending down to the jawline.

   patillas de chuleta

   • The actor wore mutton chop sideburns for his historical role.
   • Mutton chops were a popular facial hair style in the 19th century.
   • He grew mutton chops to match his vintage look.