short ribs

plural noun

: a cut of beef consisting of rib ends between the rib roast and the plate see beef illustration

Examples of short ribs in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Local goat stew, red wine braised short ribs, and chicken and serrano ham croquettes also make appearances. Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2024 Inside the ballroom at American Airlines’ headquarters, the veterans exchanged war stories and dined on Provencal short ribs, lump crab cakes and apple pie topped with creamy French brie. Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 1 June 2024 The cappelletti was heartily stuffed with shredded short ribs and meticulously plated. Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 1 May 2024 Slow-roast in a Dutch oven with brandy and beef broth for the most tender, juicy short ribs ever. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for short ribs 

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Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of short ribs was in 1611

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“Short ribs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/short%20ribs. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.

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