Meaning of the word brawn in English

What does brawn mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

brawn

US /brɑːn/
UK /brɔːn/

Noun

1.

physical strength in a person

Example:
He relied on his brawn to get the job done.
The task required more brawn than brains.
2.

the flesh of a pig or calf, usually pressed and jellied, eaten as a cold cut

Example:
She made a delicious sandwich with sliced brawn.
The deli offered various types of cold cuts, including brawn.