cut of meat

• Parte ou porção específica de carne cortada de um animal, geralmente definida pela parte do animal de onde provém e frequentemente preparada para cozinhar ou vender.

A specific piece or section of meat that has been separated from the animal carcass, typically defined by the part of the animal it comes from and often prepared for cooking or sale.

1. Portion of animal carcassB1formal

   A specific section or piece of meat taken from a particular part of an animal, often prepared for cooking.

   Corte de carne

   • The butcher recommended a tender cut of meat for the stew.
   • Different cuts of meat require different cooking methods.
   • He bought an expensive cut of meat for the special dinner.

2. Quality or gradeB1informal

   The quality or type of meat determined by which part of the animal it comes from.

   Qualidade ou tipo

   • This is a prime cut of meat, perfect for grilling.
   • She prefers lean cuts of meat for health reasons.
   • The restaurant serves only the finest cuts of meat.