cold cuts

plural noun

: sliced assorted cold cooked meats

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Sandwiches Don’t be tempted by the deli sandwiches sold in plastic clam shells, the cold bread and sad cold cuts are not worth it. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026 The generous filling was layered like an Italian sub: cold cuts, paté, buttery mayo, and a tangle of pickled carrots and daikon. Restaurant Critic, Houston Chronicle, 30 Jan. 2026 At breakfast, expect a buffet brimming with French patisserie, cold cuts, and healthy homemade granola, build-your-own juices, and eggs made to order from the à la carte menu. Sarah Leigh Bannerman, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Jan. 2026 Bocca serves pastas and Italian grill dishes, so Felina will serve everything else — pizzas, charcuterie and cold cuts, with local beers, wine and cocktails all on tap. Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cold cuts

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cold cuts was in 1855

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“Cold cuts.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cold%20cuts. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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cold cuts

plural noun
: sliced cold cooked meats

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