short ribs

plural noun

: a cut of beef consisting of rib ends between the rib roast and the plate see beef illustration

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To act as a base for that sauce, Ina suggests serving these short ribs over polenta and alongside broccolini. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025 Some of the food offerings include ceviche, pork short ribs, duck and an apple salad. San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025 Both were just right for balancing the rich, meaty short ribs. Josh Miller, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2025 Serve with slow-cooker short ribs for an unforgettable dinner. Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for short ribs

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of short ribs was in 1611

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“Short ribs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/short%20ribs. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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