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collop


Meanings
  • noun

    A type of pork dish, typically made from the head or offal, which is boiled or stewed.

    - "He enjoyed the traditional collop stew at the local fair."
    - "The collop was tender and flavorful after hours of simmering."

Variants
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collop , collops
Etymology
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Originating from Old English 'colle' meaning head or 'coll' meaning boil.


Trivia
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  1. Collop was a popular dish among rural communities in Ireland and the UK during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

  2. Some people believe that collop has health benefits due to its high nutrient content.

  3. Collop is sometimes referred to as 'pig's head' or 'pig's feet' in some regions.


Related Concepts
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  1. pork: Collop is a type of pork dish. Other types of pork dishes include sausages, bacon, and ham.

  2. stew: Collop is often stewed or boiled, making it a type of stew.


Culture
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Collop is a traditional dish in some parts of the UK and Ireland, particularly in rural areas. It is often served during celebrations and festivals.

How to Memorize "collop"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a pot of boiling pork head or offal to remember what collop is.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word collop with pork and stew to remember its meaning.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Collop is a pork stew' to remember its definition.


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