suet

/ˈsuːɛt/ or /ˈswɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of animal fat, especially from around the loins or kidneys of beef or mutton, used as a food for birds, especially during the winter.

“She hung a suet feeder outside the kitchen window to attract the birds during the cold winter months.”

2. noun

a soft, sweet substance, especially the fatty part of the abdomen of a pig, often used in cooking.

“The chef added a layer of suet to the pie crust before baking it.”

Synonyms

  • lard
  • tallow

Antonyms

  • dried food
  • lean meat