English dictionary
marrow
nounPronunciation
ˈmæɹəʊ
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones
noun
- the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
noun
- large elongated squash with creamy to deep green skins
noun
- very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones
noun
- any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh
Example sentences
the gist of the prosecutor's argument
the heart and soul of the Republican Party
the nub of the story