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meatballs

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈmitˌbɔɫz// UK //mˈiːtbɔːlz// meat·balls

n. small, round balls of meat that are usually cooked and served with sauce. They are often made from beef or pork mixed with breadcrumbs and spices.

n. spherical portions of minced or ground meat, typically combined with binders such as breadcrumbs or eggs and seasoned before cooking.


SIMPLE

I am cooking spaghetti and meatballs for dinner tonight.

CONTEXTUAL

The chef serves the meatballs in a rich tomato sauce over a bed of fresh pasta.

COMPLEX

Traditional recipes often call for a blend of different meats to ensure the meatballs remain tender and flavorful throughout the slow-simmering process.

Synonyms
Usage

Usually used in the plural form when referring to a dish.

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