Synonyms of meats

meats

noun

plural of meat

1

as in flesh

animal and especially mammal tissue used as food

we need to go shopping; there's only enough meat in the freezer for one more dinner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flesh
• red meats
• poultries
• variety meats
• games

2

as in roots

the central part or aspect of something under consideration

he dances all around it without ever addressing the meat of the issue

Synonyms & Similar Words

• roots
• hearts
• essences
• cores
• kernels
• points
• meat and potatoes
• sums
• centerpieces
• nuclei
• bottom lines
• nets
• nubs
• pivots
• substances
• gists
• piths
• subjects
• nubbins
• keynotes
• tenors
• bull's-eyes
• themes
• cruxes
• contents
• courses
• directions
• bodies
• drifts
• hypotheses
• theses
• propositions
• purports

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of meats

Both natives of Argentina with Jewish roots, the Schors run a restaurant called Beba with a particular affinity for offal (organ meats) and a surprisingly light touch with creative veg dishes that change seasonally. — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

The menu aims to honor the cultural and geographical diversity of Mexico from the rich meats and earthy spices of the North, to Gulf and Caribbean influences, according to a press release. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026

Zoland Asian Market, 7613 NW Prairie View Road The second Asian grocery store location boasts a sprawling 21,000 square feet of produce, meats, frozen food and dry goods. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026

Offers artisan cheeses, meats, international items, fresh breads, custom cakes and desserts. — Catherine Muccigrosso november 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2026

While fatty meats and other foods rich in saturated fats can raise your cholesterol levels, foods that offer fiber and healthy fats can help lower them. — Zia Sherrell, HEALTH, 31 Oct. 2026

After studying Central Texas barbecue online and on TV, Santana began infusing his classic Southern meats with the Dominican flavors of oregano, sofrito, adobo, sour orange, molasses, honey, and achiote. — Hilary Cadigan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026

The universal glee of getting tacos (Silvia Razgova) Picture the moment when a taquero hands you a warm paper plate heaping with warm tortillas and meats on a street in Los Angeles. — Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

For plant protein sources, try beans, lentils, leafy greens or soy; for animal sources, lean meats, fish or yogurt are good choices. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2026