Steak - 英语词汇详解

Meaning 1：steak (Steak)

Steak 🔊

/steɪk/

A thick slice of meat, usually beef, that is cooked by grilling or frying.

steak 🔊

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/steɪk/

A thick slice of meat, usually beef, cooked by grilling or frying.

📁 Category：Diet & Health 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

Derived from Old Norse 'steik', meaning roasted meat.

💡 Mnemonic

Steak rhymes with 'bake' – both involve heat. Picture a steak sizzling on a grill.

📖 Example

To celebrate his promotion, he ordered a juicy steak at the fancy restaurant. 🔊 To celebrate his promotion, he ordered a juicy steak at the fancy restaurant.

🔗 Collocations

grilled steak – steak cooked on a grill, often with char marks

steak knife – a sharp knife designed for cutting steak

medium-rare steak – steak cooked to an internal temperature of about 130°F, pink and juicy

🔄 Synonyms

beefsteak (n.) – a thick slice of beef, especially one cooked by grilling or frying

cutlet (n.) – a thin slice of meat, often breaded and fried, but sometimes used for thicker cuts

fillet (n.) – a boneless piece of meat, often from beef or fish, cooked similarly

🌱 Derivatives

steakhouse (n.) – a restaurant specializing in steak

steak tartare (n.) – a dish of raw ground beef mixed with seasonings

📖 Cultural Story

Originated from Old Norse 'steik', brought to England by Vikings. Initially referred to any thick slice of meat cooked over fire, now specifically beef.