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Definition of soupbone
soupbone
/ˈsuːpˌboʊn/
soup · bone
Plural:soupbones
soupbone Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
• noun
1
A large animal bone, typically with some meat and marrow remaining on it, boiled in water to make broth or soup stock.
Example
"The chef simmered a beef soupbone with carrots, celery, and onions for several hours to create a rich stock."
2
American A baseball player's pitching or throwing arm (in informal baseball slang).
Example
"The veteran pitcher rested his soupbone in the dugout after throwing seven scoreless innings."
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