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marrow

/ˈmærəʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does marrow mean?

noun

The soft, spongy tissue inside the bones of vertebrates, or a rich, flavorful liquid extracted from meat, especially bones, during cooking. In anatomy, the marrow is the spongy tissue inside the bones of vertebrates.

Example

"The chef carefully extracted the marrow from the roasted bones to make a delicious sauce."

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