bone–in
adjective
Definition of bone–in
of a cut of meat
: containing a bone : attached to a bone If money is no object, our favorite steak for grilling is the bone-in porterhouse for two. — Chris Schlesinger et al, Gourmet, June 2003
bone–in
adverb Cooked bone-in with the skin on for extra flavor and juiciness … — Charles Kelsey, Cook's Illustrated, July & August 2008Indulge Your Inner Word Nerd
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First Known Use of bone–in
1966
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