steak

word

/ˈsteɪk/
stayk
/stˈeɪk/
stayk

Definition

A steak is a thick slice of meat, usually beef, that is cooked and eaten as a main dish. It can also refer to a similar thick piece of other foods, such as tuna steak.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly refers to beef in everyday English. Common collocations include 'rare', 'medium', 'well-done', 'grilled steak', and 'steak knife'. Do not confuse it with a thin 'slice of meat' or with 'stake', which is a different word.

Example Sentences

I ordered a steak for dinner.

basic

This steak is very tender.

basic

We split a steak and shared a salad.

natural

He cooks the steak on the grill.

basic

I like my steak medium rare, not well-done.

natural

That restaurant makes an amazing steak.

natural