lobscouse

Meanings

• noun

  A type of stew made with lobsters, onions, potatoes, and other vegetables, originating from the 18th century in the United Kingdom.

  - "Lobscouse is a traditional dish that has been enjoyed for centuries."
  - "The lobscouse at the local restaurant was delicious and full of flavor."

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Variants

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lobscouse , lobscouses

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'lobscouse' is uncertain, but it is believed to have derived from the Old English word 'lobbes', meaning 'lobster'. The suffix '-scouse' is thought to have come from the Old Norse word 'skautr', meaning 'stew'.

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Trivia

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1. Lobscouse was a favorite dish of Charles II of England.

2. The name 'lobscouse' is also spelled 'lobscouse pottage' or 'lobscouse stew' in some historical records.

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Related Concepts

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1. Seafood stew: Lobscouse is a type of seafood stew, similar to other dishes such as bouillabaisse and cioppino.

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Culture

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Lobscouse has historical significance as a traditional dish in the United Kingdom, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries. It was often prepared for large feasts and was considered a delicacy due to the expense and scarcity of lobsters.

How to Memorize "lobscouse"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large pot filled with lobsters, onions, potatoes, and other vegetables, simmering together to create a hearty and flavorful stew.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lobscouse' with the image of a traditional British feast, complete with a roaring fire, long tables, and a steaming pot of lobster stew.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Lobsters in a pot, that's what lobscouse is, a tasty dish, not just a dish' to help remember the name of the dish.

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