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Meat
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The edible muscle of animals, typically cattle, sheep, and pigs. |
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Muscle
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Protein-rich tissue made of long, thin cells grouped together in bundles. |
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Grain
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The lengthwise direction of muscle is called the grain. |
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Connective Tissue
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The protein material that binds muscle together in bundles. |
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Collagen
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The thin, white, transparent connective tissue found in tendons, between the muscle cells, and between muscles. |
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Elastin
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The tough, elastic, and yellowish connective tissue found in ligaments and blood vessel walls. |
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Marbling
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Small white flecks of fat. |
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Cut |
A specific, edible part of meat, such as a steak, chop, or roast. |
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Wholesale Cut |
A large cut that is sold to retail stores. |
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Retail Cut
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The small cut of meat sold to consumers.
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