cutting block

Meat preparation platform

A cutting block is a thick, sturdy surface—typically wood—used for chopping, slicing, or butchering.

In kitchens, it's where meat and vegetables are prepared.

Butchers use heavy cutting blocks to withstand repeated cleaver blows.

The term overlaps with cutting board, though cutting block suggests something thicker and more substantial.

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Opposites
culinary function

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Large dish for presenting food

serving tray · serving dish · chafing dish · display board · serving board

action performed

cutting blockmixing bowl

Container for combining ingredients

serving bowl · serving dish · storage container · food processor · blender

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Top 200,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G