Mince pies
MINS PYZ /mɪns paɪz/
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What it really means
Small sweet pies eaten at Christmas, filled with "mincemeat" — dried fruit and spices, NOT meat, despite the name. Some contain brandy or other alcohol; check the box if you avoid alcohol.
Chinese explanation
圣诞节吃的小甜派，馅叫"mincemeat"——其实是果干和香料，并不是肉。有些含白兰地等酒精，忌酒的话看一下包装说明。
Example conversation
A: Mince pie? They're warm.
B: Is there meat in them?
A: No, just fruit and spices — old name, that's all.
A：来个百果派？刚热的。
B：里面有肉吗？
A：没有，就是果干和香料——只是名字古老而已。
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