Mouton

/muːˈtɒn/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A sheep, especially in the context of meat prepared from sheep.
The restaurant specializes in dishes made with mouton, offering a unique culinary experience.
In fashion, a type of fabric made from sheared sheep's wool, often used in outerwear.
She chose a stylish jacket made of mouton for the winter season.
A term used in cooking to refer to lamb or sheep meat.
The recipe called for slow-cooked mouton with garlic and rosemary.

Etymology

French, meaning 'sheep'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mouton d'api
Sheep leather, typically used in crafting.
mouton noir
A term used to describe a 'black sheep' or an outcast in a group.

Related Words

ram
A male sheep, often used for breeding purposes.
ewe
A female sheep.
lamb
A young sheep, especially under one year old.

Slang Meanings

A term for someone perceived as naive or easily led.
Don't be such a mouton, think for yourself!