Definition

A type of shop or section in a store that sells prepared meats, such as sausages and hams, often along with other meat products.

Example

We visited the charcuterie to buy some delicious cured meats for the party.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a charcuterie board at that new café?

Yes! They have some amazing selections of meats and cheeses.

I loved the variety they offered; it was such a treat.

Definitely! We should go back there and try more of their charcuterie options.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Charcuterie is derived from the French word 'charcutier' (meaning pork butcher), which itself comes from 'chair' (meaning flesh) and 'cuit' (meaning cooked). The term refers to a style of preparing and presenting cured meats and other meat products, emphasizing the art of meat preparation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'butcher' ('charcutier') who specializes in 'cooked flesh' ('chair' and 'cuit') — that's why charcuterie is all about beautifully prepared meats.

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