n. 1  The act of straining. 2  The state of being strained. 3  Extreme or laborious effort. 4  A great or excessive pressure, demand, or stress on one's body, mind, or resources. 5  A wrench, twist, or other physical injury resulting from excessive tension, effort, or use.
Everyoneâs heard the word mutton, but many people have no idea what the heck it actually is. Basically, itâs just an older version of lamb, and itâs typically served as a breakfast dish in England. That whole country is like a retirement home for weird breakfast foods.
breakfast - the first meal of the day (usually in the morning) meal, repast - the food served and eaten at one time. continental breakfast, petit dejeuner - a breakfast that usually includes a roll and coffee or tea.