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boneless

1 of 1adjective
/ˈboʊnləs/
1

(of food, particularly meat or fish) having the bones taken out for easier consumption

  • She ordered a boneless chicken breast for dinner, making it easier to slice and cook.
  • The boneless fish fillets were breaded and fried until golden brown.
  • He preferred boneless ribs for their ease of eating and tender texture.
  • They enjoyed a boneless turkey roast for Thanksgiving, saving time on carving.
  • The boneless pork chops were seasoned and grilled to perfection.
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showing weakness or lack of determination

  • He was dismissed as a boneless leader by his critics.
  • The character in the novel came across as boneless and uninspiring.
  • Her boneless demeanor made her an easy target for manipulation.
  • They mocked him as a boneless coward, unwilling to take a stand.
  • She saw him as boneless for refusing to stand up for himself.