primal

adj. being the first or original version of something in history.

adj. pertaining to the beginning or the first stage of a process or historical period.

“Scientists are studying the primal state of the universe just after the Big Bang.”

“The researcher argued that these ancient symbols represent the primal language of the region's first inhabitants.”

Academic

adj. describing the large, basic pieces of meat cut from an animal before they are sliced into smaller parts.

adj. denoting the primary pieces of meat separated from a carcass during the initial stage of butchering.

“The butcher divided the beef into primal cuts like the round and the loin.”

“Understanding the anatomy of primal cuts is essential for any chef looking to minimize waste and maximize profit margins in a high-end steakhouse.”

Technical

n. a large piece of meat that is later cut into smaller steaks or roasts.

n. a primal cut of meat; the initial large section of a carcass before secondary butchery occurs.

“The restaurant orders the whole primal and does the final butchery in-house.”

“The supplier delivered three beef primals, which the kitchen staff immediately began processing into individual portions for the weekend service.”

Technical