pork belly

noun

: an uncured side of pork

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And there are also lamb lollipops in a mint vinaigrette and pressed pork belly in a chipotle glaze. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026 With flair and confidence, Samuelson reported on subjects like pork bellies and wheat prices, becoming something of a one-man multimedia machine on Chicago’s airwaves. Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026 There are other items on the menu — chicken, octopus, tuna, pork belly, as well as cheesy yuca bites that are a must — but the steak platters are the real draw, not only because of the quality of the meat but also the cost. Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026 The sausage pizza features country-style gravy and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar, while the pork belly version adds green peppers and onions to the gravy and cheese. Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pork belly

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pork belly was in 1863

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“Pork belly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pork%20belly. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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