Definitions

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  • verb transitive To remove the beard from (mussels, clams, seeds, etc.).

Etymologies

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de- +‎ beard

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Examples

  • I adore mussels, but I've always been intimidated by the instructions saying to "debeard" them.

    Mussels Barbara 2007

  • Wash, scrub and debeard mussels, if not already done.

    Mussels for Mum 2007

  • Scrub the clams, and scrub and debeard the mussels, discarding any shellfish that does not close when tapped lightly.

    The Accidental Gourmet Sally Sondheim 2003

  • Then drain them, rinse well, and debeard the mussels, if needed.

    NPR Topics: News 2011

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  • "The hardest part about cooking mussels is debearding them, which is simply removing the seaweed with which they attach themselves to their colony."

    May 8, 2016

  • Debeard iz attached to demussel?

    May 8, 2016