shish kebab
Originating from Mediterranean cuisine, 'shish kebab' refers to a popular dish where pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables are skewered and grilled or roasted.
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Definition
B2Culinary
(general)Small pieces of meat, often with vegetables, skewered and grilled or roasted.
Example
- We enjoyed a delicious shish kebab with grilled vegetables and spices.
- The restaurant serves an excellent lamb shish kebab.
C2Chemistry
(technical, academic)A crystal structure with a central spine and protruding disks or lumps.
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