swiːt.bɹiːd

Definitions

1. noun

the pancreas or a part of it, especially when removed and eaten as food, often in the form of a loaf or roll

“He ordered sweetbread at the French restaurant.”

2. noun

a type of bread made from the finest wheat flour, often served as a side dish in upscale restaurants

“The chef carefully sliced the sweetbread to serve to the guests.”

3. noun

a dish made from the pancreas of a calf or other young animal, often served as a delicacy

“The chef prepared a traditional sweetbread dish for the special occasion.”

4. noun

the pancreas of a calf or other young animal

“The butcher sold the sweetbread to the chef for making the dish.”

5. verb

to eat sweetbread, especially as a way of getting a boost of energy

“The athlete sweetbreads before the big game to get a energy boost.”