1. Plural of mutton; the meat of a sheep, especially an adult sheep, used as food.
2. Plural of mutton; side whiskers or sideburns, especially when thick and bushy.
Usage: informal; chiefly historical

Examples

• The butcher shop sells both lamb and muttons.
• In the 19th century, men with impressive muttons were considered fashionable.
• The recipe calls for muttons braised with root vegetables.
• He grew out his muttons to match the style of the era.
• Muttons were a staple protein in traditional British cuisine.
• The old photograph showed gentlemen sporting thick muttons.