noun

meatloaf

MEET-lohf

Meatloaf (noun) means a baked dish of ground meat mixed with ingredients like egg and breadcrumbs, shaped into a loaf. Example: “Grandma's meatloaf recipe has been in the family for generations.”

noun

A baked dish of ground meat mixed with ingredients like egg and breadcrumbs, shaped into a loaf.

"Grandma's meatloaf recipe has been in the family for generations."

How to use meatloaf

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA classic baked dish made from seasoned ground meat formed into a loaf shape.

Common pairings

slice of meatloaf meatloaf recipe

Word forms

meatloaves plural

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Etymology

A straightforward compound of meat and loaf.

Synonyms

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meat loaf

Rhymes for meatloaf

oaf loaf

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Frequently asked questions

What does “meatloaf” mean?

The word “meatloaf” means a baked dish of ground meat mixed with ingredients like egg and breadcrumbs, shaped into a loaf. In plain terms, a classic baked dish made from seasoned ground meat formed into a loaf shape.

How do you pronounce “meatloaf”?

“Meatloaf” is pronounced MEET-lohf (/ˈmit.loʊf/ in IPA).

How do you use “meatloaf” in a sentence?

Here is “meatloaf” used in a sentence: “Grandma's meatloaf recipe has been in the family for generations.”

What part of speech is “meatloaf”?

“Meatloaf” is a noun.

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