This meaning refers to purified fat obtained from pigs and used for frying, baking, or making pastry.
The pastry was traditionally made with lard.
She melted a spoonful of lard in the pan.
This culinary meaning refers to inserting small strips of fat into meat to improve flavor and moisture.
The cook larded the roast before placing it in the oven.
Chefs sometimes lard lean meat to keep it moist.
This figurative meaning refers to adding many details, quotations, jokes, or other elements, often excessively.
The article was larded with technical jargon.
He larded the speech with historical references.
