Sweetbread (Noun)
Meaning
Edible glands of an animal.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The restaurant served pan-seared sweetbread as an appetizer, a delicacy many of its patrons were eager to try.
- The chef recommended pairing the grilled sweetbread with a side of garlic mashed potatoes for a savory combination.
- In some Latin American countries, sweetbread is a traditional dish often served at family gatherings and special occasions.
- Sweetbread, typically obtained from a young animal's pancreas or thymus gland, has a tender and delicate texture.
- The sweetbread had been breaded and deep-fried to perfection, its rich flavors complemented by a tangy dipping sauce.