Crossword Genius

Kind of cake unsuitable for vegetarians? (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

beef

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

This clue could be a double definition.

'kind' is the first definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I don't understand how they can define each other.

'cake unsuitable for vegetarians?' is the second definition.
The definition and answer can be both things that one consumes for nourishment as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe you can see a link between them that I can't see?

'of' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for beef that I've seen before include "Small errand" , "Muscle; meat; grievance" , "Complaint; strength" , "it's unacceptable for vegetarian" , "Bovine flesh" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.