n. The thymus gland or pancreas of a young animal, especially a calf or lamb, used for food. [Early Modern English : SWEET (from its sweet delicate flavor) + possibly Middle English brede, roast meat (from Old English brǣde; see bhreu- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots).] |
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