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

Our beef cheeks dish is my answer to traditional Texas brisket, but my twist is Puerto Rican with garlic, oregano, and citrus. — Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

From there, the brisket—a fan-favorite for decades—is a must, as is the crawfish bisque if it’s listed as a special. — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 July 2026

Buc-ee's wall of beef jerky, fresh brisket sandwiches and Beaver Tots have become attractions of their own, although first-time visitors should expect crowds, Bowman added. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026

Whole Brisket Both Teodoro and Steve Sabicer, former co-owner of the award-winning Electric City Butcher in Southern California, point to whole brisket as one of the best values at Costco. — Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 18 July 2026

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