What is another word for marrowbones?

Pronunciation: [mˈaɹə͡ʊbˌə͡ʊnz] (IPA)

Marrowbones are typically the long bones of cattle, carrying a soft marrow filling. There are plenty of synonyms for the word "marrowbones," such as "femurs," "thighbones," "shinbones," or "tibias," which may be used interchangeably in certain contexts. These bone-related terms are often essential in scientific, anatomical, or medical language, as they describe key structural elements of the human and animal bodies. Additionally, in culinary terms, "marrowbones" may also refer to bone marrow used for cooking dishes that add richness or flavor to soups, stews, and other recipes. Overall, different synonymic options allow us to vary our language use and formulate more precise descriptions, depending on the context and audience we are addressing.

What are the hypernyms for Marrowbones?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    bones, skeletal parts.

Usage examples for Marrowbones

I'll fetch him on his marrowbones by jest raisin' this rifle.
"The Lone Ranche"
Captain Mayne Reid
The flesh was then cut up small for the pack, the marrowbones reserved for "master," and the soup was then boiled until it had evaporated to the quantity required.
"Eight Years' Wandering in Ceylon"
Samuel White Baker
For, on the least complaint of any man's misdemeanour, or information from any member, immediately a serjeant at arms was sent for them, and so much a mile and hour paid, and down on their marrowbones to their worships, and a sound scolding from Mr Speaker, or else to the Tower or Gatehouse they went.
"The Works Of John Dryden, Vol. 7 (of 18) The Duke of Guise; Albion and Albanius; Don Sebastian"
John Dryden

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