NYT Dictionary

MEATLOAF

/ˈmit.loʊf/
NounMEAT-loafmeat-loaf · 2 syllablesGrade 1

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2023

Meaning

A dish of ground meat (usually made from ground beef, although lamb, pork, veal, venison, poultry and seafood are also used) formed into a loaf shape, mixed with egg and breadcrumbs, then baked or smoked, and usually served in slices.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Compound of meat + loaf.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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