white meat

== English == === Etymology === From Middle English whyte mete, wyttemet, equivalent to white +‎ meat. === Noun === white meat (countable and uncountable, plural white meats) The breast portion of poultry. Synonyms: breast, light meat Antonym: dark meat Meats whose color, either before or after cooking, is considered white as opposed to red, including poultry, seafood, and pork in some uses. Antonym: red meat (now historical) Dairy produce (occasionally including eggs). ==== Usage notes ==== As the definitions conflict, which animals are considered white meat is a matter of some dispute and differing usage. ==== Derived terms ==== the other white meat ==== Translations ==== === See also === red wine white wine === References ===