Word
meatloaf
Phoneticsmeat·loaf, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmitɫoʊf/
UK/mˈiːtləʊf/
Countable & uncountable
Definition
n. a large, round piece of meat that is mixed with vegetables, bread, and spices, then baked in the oven. It is a common comfort food in many Western countries.
n. a large, loaf-shaped mixture of ground meat, typically beef, combined with breadcrumbs, vegetables, and seasonings, and baked until firm. Often served with a brown sauce or gravy.
Examples
“We usually make a large meatloaf for Sunday dinner.”
“The recipe calls for a pound of ground beef and half a cup of finely chopped onions to make the meatloaf.”
“While traditional meatloaf is a staple of American cuisine, variations using lamb or turkey have gained popularity among those seeking a lighter alternative to the classic beef-based dish.”
Examples
simple
“We usually make a large meatloaf for Sunday dinner.”
contextual
“The recipe calls for a pound of ground beef and half a cup of finely chopped onions to make the meatloaf.”
complex
“While traditional meatloaf is a staple of American cuisine, variations using lamb or turkey have gained popularity among those seeking a lighter alternative to the classic beef-based dish.”
Etymology
Compound of meat + loaf.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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