kickshaws

Meanings

• noun

  A type of light, savory dish made of chopped or minced meat, poultry, or fish, mixed with vegetables and bound with a thickening agent, often served cold.

  - "She brought a delicious kickshaw to the potluck."
  - "The restaurant is famous for its traditional Southern kickshaws."

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Variants

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kickshaw , kickshaws

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Etymology

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Origin unknown, but believed to have originated in the Southern United States.

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Trivia

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1. Kickshaws were once a popular dish served on Southern plantations.

2. The name 'kickshaws' is believed to have originated from the Chickasaw Native American language.

3. Some recipes for kickshaws include the use of okra as a thickening agent.

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1. picquet: A type of dish similar to kickshaws, originating in the French cuisine, which consists of small pieces of meat or poultry marinated and skewered.

2. pate: A type of dish made from ground or minced meat, often mixed with other ingredients such as liver, onions, or spices, and served as a spread or dip.

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Culture

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Kickshaws are a popular dish in Southern American cuisine, often served at social gatherings and potlucks. They can be made with a variety of meats and vegetables and are typically served cold.

How to Memorize "kickshaws"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bowl filled with colorful chopped vegetables and small pieces of meat, all mixed together and bound with a thick sauce.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'kickshaws' with social gatherings and Southern American cuisine.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'Cold Meat And Vegetables Bound' to help remember the definition of kickshaws.

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