mutton
UK: ˈmʌtn | US: ˈmʌtn
n. the flesh of sheep, especially mature sheep, used as food
The word "mutton" originates from Old French moton, meaning "sheep," which itself derives from Late Latin multo, multon-. The term entered Middle English as moton and evolved into "mutton" by the 14th century. Historically, it specifically referred to the meat of mature sheep, distinguishing it from "lamb" (young sheep). The morpheme mut preserves the core idea of "sheep," while ton acts as a nominalizing suffix.
The restaurant specializes in roasted mutton with herbs.
In medieval Europe, mutton was a staple protein for peasants.
She prepared a hearty mutton stew for the family.
Mutton has a stronger flavor compared to lamb.
The farmer sold mutton at the local market every Saturday.