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mince

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈmɪns// UK //mˈɪns// mince Archaic Slang

n. meat that has been cut into very small pieces using a machine. You use it to make dishes like burgers, pasta sauce, or pies.

n. meat, typically beef, that has been finely chopped or ground in a mincer. Often used as a base for various culinary preparations.


SIMPLE

I bought some beef mince to make a bolognese sauce.

CONTEXTUAL

The recipe calls for five hundred grams of lean pork mince and a variety of fresh herbs.

COMPLEX

While higher fat content in mince provides more flavour during the browning process, many health-conscious consumers prefer leaner grinds for their everyday cooking.

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Usage

Uncountable when referring to the meat as a substance; occasionally countable in British English when referring to specific types or portions.

Pitfall

I bought three mincesI bought three packs of minceMince is typically uncountable; use a container or weight to specify quantity.

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