Ploughman's
PLOW-munz /ˈplaʊmənz/
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What it really means
A cold pub lunch plate: cheese, bread, pickle, salad and often ham or pork pie. Named after farm workers ("ploughmen"). Check what meat is included if you avoid pork.
Chinese explanation
酒馆里的冷食拼盘午餐：芝士、面包、酸甜酱菜、沙拉，常配火腿或猪肉派。名字来自"耕田人"。忌猪肉的话要先问拼盘里有什么肉。
Example conversation
A: I fancy something light.
B: Try the ploughman's — nice cheese and pickle with fresh bread.
A：我想吃点清淡的。
B：试试农夫拼盘——芝士配酸甜酱菜和新鲜面包，很不错。
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