Marbling

/ˈmɑːrblɪŋ/
noun

The pattern of irregular lines or streaks of fat in a piece of meat.

The marbling of the steak brought out its flavor after cooking.
Visual representation of "marbling" - The pattern of irregular lines or streaks of fat in a piece of meat.

Often appears as...

  • high degree of marbling
  • good marbling
noun

A technique of creating swirled patterns in paper or fabric by floating color pigments on a liquid surface.

She used marbling to make her scrapbook pages more vibrant and unique.
Visual representation of "marbling" - A technique of creating swirled patterns in paper or fabric by floating color pigments on a liquid surface.

Often appears as...

  • marbling paints
  • marbling process

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Arts

noun

A mineral that has the appearance of the marbling effect.

The marbling on the surface of the countertop adds to the overall aesthetic of the kitchen.
Visual representation of "marbling" - A mineral that has the appearance of the marbling effect.

Often appears as...

  • marbling texture
  • stone marbling

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Technical

noun

The pattern of irregular lines or streaks of fat in a piece of meat.

The marbling of the steak brought out its flavor after cooking.
Visual representation of "marbling" - The pattern of irregular lines or streaks of fat in a piece of meat.

Often appears as...

  • high degree of marbling
  • good marbling
noun

A technique of creating swirled patterns in paper or fabric by floating color pigments on a liquid surface.

She used marbling to make her scrapbook pages more vibrant and unique.
Visual representation of "marbling" - A technique of creating swirled patterns in paper or fabric by floating color pigments on a liquid surface.

Often appears as...

  • marbling paints
  • marbling process

Usage tips

Arts

noun

A mineral that has the appearance of the marbling effect.

The marbling on the surface of the countertop adds to the overall aesthetic of the kitchen.
Visual representation of "marbling" - A mineral that has the appearance of the marbling effect.

Often appears as...

  • marbling texture
  • stone marbling

Usage tips

Technical

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Quality Indicator

In meat, marbling often indicates higher quality and flavor but may also mean more fat.

Illustration for Quality Indicator
The chef selected the beef with the most marbling for a premium dish.
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Culinary Preference

Different cuisines may prize different levels of marbling for taste and texture.

Illustration for Culinary Preference
Japanese Kobe beef is famous for its intense marbling.
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Health Considerations

Although marbling can enhance flavor, health-conscious eaters may choose leaner cuts.

Illustration for Health Considerations
Despite the marbling, she opted for a leaner steak due to dietary restrictions.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Quality Indicator

In meat, marbling often indicates higher quality and flavor but may also mean more fat.

Illustration for Quality Indicator
The chef selected the beef with the most marbling for a premium dish.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Culinary Preference

Different cuisines may prize different levels of marbling for taste and texture.

Illustration for Culinary Preference
Japanese Kobe beef is famous for its intense marbling.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Health Considerations

Although marbling can enhance flavor, health-conscious eaters may choose leaner cuts.

Illustration for Health Considerations
Despite the marbling, she opted for a leaner steak due to dietary restrictions.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Quality Indicator

In meat, marbling often indicates higher quality and flavor but may also mean more fat.

Illustration for Quality Indicator
The chef selected the beef with the most marbling for a premium dish.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Culinary Preference

Different cuisines may prize different levels of marbling for taste and texture.

Illustration for Culinary Preference
Japanese Kobe beef is famous for its intense marbling.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Health Considerations

Although marbling can enhance flavor, health-conscious eaters may choose leaner cuts.

Illustration for Health Considerations
Despite the marbling, she opted for a leaner steak due to dietary restrictions.
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seal and the reason I like them is because there could be one of the toughest mammals on the planet they are all year residents to this part of the world they even breed down there in fact they breed further south than any other mammal instantly recognized with its lovely kind of zinc-plated marbling to the body and this tiny head with a

Video examples

Weddell Seals in...

seal and the reason I like them is because there could be one of the toughest mammals on the planet they are all year residents to this part of the world they even breed down there in fact they breed further south than any other mammal instantly recognized with its lovely kind of zinc-plated marbling to the body and this tiny head with a

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Quote examples

Adam DeVine

American Comedian

I sold steaks over the phone in Omaha, Nebraska. Marbling, fantastic. That's what makes a great steak; a lot of people don't know.
Portrait of Adam DeVine

Quote examples

Adam DeVine

American Comedian

I sold steaks over the phone in Omaha, Nebraska. Marbling, fantastic. That's what makes a great steak; a lot of people don't know.
Portrait of Adam DeVine
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