First Known Use: before 12th century
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gristle
noun gris·tle \ˈgri-səl, -zəl\
: tough matter in meat that is difficult to eat
Full Definition of GRISTLE
: cartilage; broadly : tough cartilaginous, tendinous, or fibrous matter especially in table meats
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Origin of GRISTLE
Middle English gristil, from Old English gristle; akin to Middle Low German gristel gristle
GRISTLE Defined for Kids
gristle
noun gris·tle \ˈgri-səl\
Definition of GRISTLE for Kids
— gris·tly \ˈgris-lē\ adjective
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gristle
noun gris·tle \ˈgris-əl\
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