Meatball
noun
A small, round ball made from ground meat, often served with sauce, especially in dishes like spaghetti.
She made homemade meatballs for dinner.
Usage tips
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spaghetti and meatballs, meatball sandwich, meatball recipe
noun
A small, round ball made from ground meat, often served with sauce, especially in dishes like spaghetti.
She made homemade meatballs for dinner.
Usage tips
Neutral
spaghetti and meatballs, meatball sandwich, meatball recipe
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Usage
When discussing food, it's important to specify the type of meat used—beef, turkey, or vegetarian.
Meatballs can be made from various meats or even plant-based substitutes.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Context
In Italian-American culture, meatballs are often served with spaghetti, a classic dish.
Understanding the cultural significance can enhance appreciation of the dish.
Pro Tip 3/3Slang Use
The term 'meatball' can be used informally to refer to someone who is clumsy or foolish.
Be cautious using it in serious contexts as it might sound disrespectful.
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Usage
When discussing food, it's important to specify the type of meat used—beef, turkey, or vegetarian.
Meatballs can be made from various meats or even plant-based substitutes.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Context
In Italian-American culture, meatballs are often served with spaghetti, a classic dish.
Understanding the cultural significance can enhance appreciation of the dish.
Pro Tip 3/3Slang Use
The term 'meatball' can be used informally to refer to someone who is clumsy or foolish.
Be cautious using it in serious contexts as it might sound disrespectful.
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Usage
When discussing food, it's important to specify the type of meat used—beef, turkey, or vegetarian.
Meatballs can be made from various meats or even plant-based substitutes.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Context
In Italian-American culture, meatballs are often served with spaghetti, a classic dish.
Understanding the cultural significance can enhance appreciation of the dish.
Pro Tip 3/3Slang Use
The term 'meatball' can be used informally to refer to someone who is clumsy or foolish.
Be cautious using it in serious contexts as it might sound disrespectful.
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