What does SCRAG mean?

Heres the dictionary-style entry for "scrag": scrag Part of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definition:

As a noun, scrag refers to a lean or bony piece of meat from the neck or shoulder of an animal. As a verb, it means to wring or twist the neck of an animal, especially a chicken or a bird.

Pronunciations:

US: /skræɡ/

UK: /skræɡ/

Origin and Usage:

The word scrag comes from the Middle English word "scragge," meaning a piece of lean or bony meat. Its usage as a verb dates back to the 16th century, where it was used to describe the act of twisting or wringing the neck of a bird or animal. Today, scrag is mostly used in culinary contexts to describe a cut of meat.

Synonyms:

Neck, shoulder, bone, gristle

Related Words:

Scrub, scrod, scuba, scull, scurf

Example Sentences:

• The butcher recommended using scrag for the soup.
• The chef scragged the chicken before putting it in the pot.
• She found a scrag of meat in the freezer and decided to make a stew.