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meat–and–potatoes
adjective
Definition of meat–and–potatoes
1 : of fundamental importance : basic; also : concerned with or emphasizing the basic aspects of something
2 : unpretentious, simple a real meat–and–potatoes guy
3 : providing or preferring simple food (such as meat and potatoes)
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First Known Use of meat–and–potatoes
1846
MEAT–AND–POTATOES Defined for English Language Learners
meat-and-potatoes
adjective
Definition of meat–and–potatoes for English Language Learners
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: of, relating to, or preferring simple food (such as meat and potatoes) instead of fancy food
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: ordinary or simple
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