Definition

Without bones, especially in reference to meat or poultry that is ready to eat.

Example

The chef prepared a boneless chicken breast for the dinner.

Conversation

I tried that new restaurant last night, and their chicken was boneless and delicious.

Oh really? I love boneless chicken; it’s so easy to eat!

Yeah, I hate dealing with bones when I’m hungry.

Exactly! Plus, it makes it perfect for sharing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boneless → It is formed from "bone" (from Old English "ban", meaning the hard structure that makes up the skeleton) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "boneless" means without bones.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'without' ('-less') 'bones' — that's why boneless means lacking bones.

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