Meaning of the word "white meat" in English
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white meat
US /ˈwaɪt ˌmiːt/
UK /ˈwaɪt ˌmiːt/
Noun
1.
the light-colored flesh of poultry (such as chicken or turkey), as distinguished from the darker meat
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I prefer the white meat of the chicken breast.
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For a healthier option, choose white meat over dark meat.
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2.
the flesh of fish or seafood, which is typically lighter in color than red meat
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Many people prefer white meat fish like cod or tilapia.
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The recipe calls for any firm white meat fish.
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