oxtail

noun

ox·​tail ˈäks-ˌtāl How to pronounce oxtail (audio)
: the tail of a beef animal
especially : the skinned tail used for food (as in soup)

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The oxtail at Robinson's food truck Coley's Juke Junt was probably my favorite meal of 2024. Adam Tamburin, Axios, 23 Dec. 2024 The oxtail smashburger, like the tacos, is designed as a gateway to Mullin’s more traditional Jamaican dishes. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2024 But the culinary star was the authentic Jamaican food that tasted like somebody’s grandma made it, especially the oxtails that were as good as my Jamaican husband’s — sorry, babe. Sheryl Nance-Nash, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2024 But when Curry feels nostalgic and wants to lean into her Jamaican roots, oxtail, rice and peas, or plantains are served. Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for oxtail 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of oxtail was in the 15th century

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“Oxtail.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oxtail. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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