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Definition of brisket

brisket

/ˈbrɪs.kɪt/
bris · ket
Plural:briskets
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• noun

1

A cut of meat from the breast or lower chest of beef or veal, known for being tough and usually requiring slow, low-temperature cooking to tenderize.

Example

"We spent twelve hours slowly smoking a large brisket for the neighborhood barbecue."

2

The breast or lower chest of an animal.

Example

"The veterinarian examined the horse's brisket to check for signs of swelling."

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• Rhymes for brisket

• Nearby Words

brioche
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bristlebird
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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'brusket', likely derived from Old Norse 'brjósk', meaning 'cartilage' or 'gristle'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brisket. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brisket
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