brisket

noun

bris·​ket ˈbri-skət 

: the breast or lower chest of a quadruped animal

also : a cut of beef from the brisket see beef illustration

Examples of brisket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The popular barbecue joint combines brisket with sides inspired by pitmaster Chuck Charnichart’s Mexican heritage. —Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025

The concept eventually became a pop-up in Wynwood and later opened at at Killian Greens Golf Club in Kendall at the end of 2022, drawing huge crowds willing to wait in long lines for brisket, ribs, pulled pork and more. —Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025

The noodles, filet mignon, brisket, meatballs, and herbs are served on the side. —Bao Ong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025

Tens of thousands of pounds of brisket were sold at deep discounts in the friendly battle in 1975. —Susan Tompor, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English brusket; akin to Old English brēost breast

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for brisket

• biscuit

Kids Definition

brisket

noun

bris·​ket ˈbris-kət 

: the breast or lower chest of a four-footed animal

also : a cut of beef from the brisket

Medical Definition

brisket

noun

bris·​ket ˈbris-kət 

: the breast or lower chest of a quadruped animal