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bacon

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈbeɪkən// UK //bˈeɪkən// ba·con Archaic Slang Vulgar

n. meat from the back or sides of a pig that is usually cut into thin slices and fried until crispy.

n. cured meat from the back or sides of a pig, typically sliced thin and fried or grilled before consumption.


SIMPLE

I like to eat crispy bacon with my eggs for breakfast.

CONTEXTUAL

The smell of frying bacon filled the kitchen as the family gathered for Sunday brunch.

COMPLEX

While traditionally associated with breakfast, thick-cut bacon is increasingly used as a premium topping to add a smoky, salty profile to gourmet burgers and salads.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the meat in general; countable ('bacons') only in rare commercial contexts referring to specific types or packs.

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