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Noun (British cuisine):

A traditional British dish, typically made with fried leftover vegetables from a roast dinner. It consists of mashed potatoes and various cooked vegetables, such as cabbage, Brussels sprouts, carrots, and peas. The dish gets its name from the sounds it makes while cooking, as the vegetables sizzle and "bubble" in the frying pan, while the mashed potatoes make a "squeaking" sound.

Example sentence:

I love having bubble and squeak for breakfast, especially when using the leftovers from our Sunday roast dinner.

Noun (slang):

Slang term used to refer to the high-pitched sound of tires screeching on the road, usually during a car chase or sudden braking. The term "bubble and squeak" is commonly used in the context of action movies or thrilling driving sequences.

Example sentence:

The villain's car sped through the narrow streets, its tires screeching with a distinctive bubble and squeak, as the hero pursued in hot pursuit.

Adjective (informal):

Used to describe a situation or event that is lively, vibrant, or full of excitement. When used in this context, "bubble and squeak" emphasizes the dynamic and energetic nature of the situation.

Example sentence:

The music festival was a bubble and squeak affair, with people dancing, singing, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.

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