gigot

Meanings

• noun

  Piece of meat, specifically the lower part of the leg of an animal, such as a lamb or a goat.

  - "Le gigot de mouton est un délice culinaire."
  - "The lamb shank, or gigot, is a popular dish in French cuisine."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdʒɪɡət/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

leg-of-mutton sleeve

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Variants

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gigot , gigots

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Etymology

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From Old French 'gigot' meaning 'thigh'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'gigot' is also used in ballet to refer to a dancer's leg.

2. In French cuisine, 'gigot' is often served with a rich sauce, such as a red wine reduction or a mustard sauce.

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Related Concepts

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1. Lamb shank: A specific cut of lamb meat, the lower leg, also known as 'gigot' in French cuisine.

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Culture

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In French cuisine, the term 'gigot' refers specifically to the lower leg of a lamb or goat, which is often prepared by braising or roasting. This cut of meat is known for its tenderness and rich flavor.

How to Memorize "gigot"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a lower leg of an animal, such as a lamb or a goat, being cooked in a pot or on a spit.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gigot' with the French cuisine, specifically with the lower leg of a lamb or goat.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'gigot' is a French word for 'thigh', and it refers to the lower leg of a lamb or goat.

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