Gammon

Gammon

/หˆษกรฆmษ™n/
Noun United Kingdom

Ham.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Gammon, that is."
"I've never seen such a Gammon in all my life."

Etymology & History

British term for thick-cut ham steak, from Old French 'gambon' (ham). Gammon steak is pub and home cooking staple, traditionally served with pineapple (retro combination). The term is specifically British.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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