noun
cartilage; gristle
Anatomical term for the flexible connective tissue found in joints, ears, nose, etc.
膝の軟骨がすり減って痛む。
The cartilage in my knee has worn down and hurts.
noun
nankotsu; deep-fried chicken cartilage
A popular izakaya or yakitori dish, usually chicken cartilage (often from the breast or knee) seasoned and deep-fried or grilled.
居酒屋で軟骨の唐揚げを頼んだ。
I ordered deep-fried chicken cartilage at the izakaya.