Salisbury

/ˈsɔlzbəri/ noun

Definition

a city in England known for its cathedral; also refers to Salisbury steak

Etymology

from Old English Searoburh meaning fortress of Sarum, later influenced by Norman French

Kelly Says

Salisbury steak was named after Dr. James Salisbury, who promoted a meat-heavy diet in the 1800s - it's basically fancy hamburger!

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