ground beef

noun

: beef that has been cut into very small pieces

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Our classic chili recipe with beef and kidney beans is good, but for even more protein and unexpected and tempting island flavor, try this Caribbean twist made with both ground beef and pork. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025 Labor Department data show that several grocery items have become more expensive since last year, including ground beef, milk and fresh chicken. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2025 In January, milk, oranges, tomatoes and ground beef all saw a minimal decrease in cost, while the price of bananas and poultry remained more or less the same. Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2025 The men stole 540 eggs worth $387, as well as bacon, ground beef, blueberries and liquid egg products, the SPD said. Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ground beef

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“Ground beef.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ground%20beef. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

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