pot roast

noun

: a piece of beef cooked by braising usually on top of the stove

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Somewhere along the way, pot roast has picked up a reputation for erring on the dry or flavorless side. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026 This will give the grains a rich flavor, perfect for serving alongside ultra-savory dishes like pot roast and salmon. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026 Other chef’s specialties include short rib pot roast, ribeye steak and prime rib, served only on the weekends at dinner. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026 That’s followed by either Portuguese pot roast or a bacalhau casserole for the entree. — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pot roast

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First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pot roast was in 1880

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pot roast

noun
: a piece of meat (as beef) cooked by braising usually on top of the stove
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