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beefsteak

/ˈbiːf.steɪk/
beef · steak
Plural:beefsteaks
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• noun

1

A thick slice of lean beef, typically cut from the rump or loin and cooked by grilling, broiling, or frying.

Example

"The chef seasoned the thick beefsteak with coarse salt and cracked black pepper before placing it on the hot grill."

2

A large, heavy cultivar of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) characterized by dense, meaty flesh, numerous small seed compartments, and a mildly sweet flavor.

Example

"She sliced a ripe red beefsteak from the garden to layer onto the summer sandwiches."

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• Nearby Words

beefcake
beefeater
beefless
beefsteak
beefy
beehive
beekeeper

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 18th century as a compound of 'beef' (from Old French 'boef') and 'steak' (from Old Norse 'steik', meaning a slice of meat roasted on a spit).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Beefsteak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/beefsteak
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