London broil

noun

Lon·​don broil ˈlən-dən- How to pronounce London broil (audio)
: a boneless cut of lean beef (such as top round or flank) that is usually broiled or grilled and typically served sliced diagonally across the grain

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Still, a London broil has its own charm. Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 5 Feb. 2023 But other invoices list London broil with roasted shallot jus; Bananas Foster French toast; ribeye steak; crustless quiche; and roasted asparagus with portobello mushrooms, feta and pomegranate seeds. Nathan Fenno, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2020

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Word History

Etymology

London, England

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of London broil was in 1902

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“London broil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/London%20broil. Accessed 28 May. 2023.

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