Bovril

//ˈbɒvɹɪl// name

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    an extract of beef (given to people who are ill) wordnet
Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A brand of beef extract made in the UK. uncountable

    "A valuable if seldom-employed restorative is made with Bovril as one of the ingredients."

Example

More examples

"A valuable if seldom-employed restorative is made with Bovril as one of the ingredients."

Etymology

Blend of bovine + Vril.

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