marbling

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noun

mar·​bling ˈmär-b(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce marbling (audio)
Synonyms of marblingnext
1
: the action or process of making like marble especially in coloration
2
: coloration or markings resembling or suggestive of marble
3
: an intermixture of fat and lean especially when evenly distributed in a cut of meat

marbling

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present participle of marble entry 2

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The meat department calls to us, and as Yoon and I pace the counter, we’re hypnotized by the kaleidoscopic marbling on the pre-cut jowl, short rib and brisket. — Vanessa Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026 On the same street, at number 27, Vila Clara Ceramistes has beautiful, unusual tones and marbling. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026 Nail designs that feature marbling, gradient finishes, and French tips add dimension to the tone. — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 At Yakumi, guests can discover Akune beef, a premium Japanese wagyu known for its fine marbling, tenderness and refined richness. — Ching Dee, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for marbling

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First Known Use

Noun

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of marbling was in 1686

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marbling

noun
mar·​bling
: a mixture of fat and lean in a cut of meat

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