prime cut

cooking quality

The term "prime cut" originally refers to high-quality meat but is also used metaphorically to describe the best part of anything.

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Definition

B2Cooking

(culinary, common)A portion of meat known for its superior tenderness, flavor, and marbling.

Example

The chef prepared a prime cut of beef for the special dinner.
Prime cuts are often more expensive due to their quality.

B2General

(metaphorical, common)The best or most desirable part of something.

Example

He always saves the prime cut of his time for his family.
The prime cut of the presentation was the innovative new product.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "prime cut":

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