Nose to tail

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adverb

Completely or thoroughly.

The cow was used completely from nose to tail in making the dish.
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Often appears as...

  • eating nose to tail
  • the nose to tail movement

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Idiomatic

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Complete Usage

Emphasizes using everything available, without waste.

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In our kitchen, we believe in nose to tail cooking to honor the animal.
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Sustainability Focus

Often associated with responsible, sustainable consumption practices.

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Nose to tail practices help reduce food waste.
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Culinary Term

Common in the culinary world, referring to preparing all parts of an animal.

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Chefs who practice nose to tail butchery show great respect for their ingredients.
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