tripe

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English [edit]

Etymology [edit]

From Middle English, from Old French tripe (entrails), of uncertain origin. See Spanish tripa

Pronunciation [edit]

Noun [edit]

tripe (usually uncountable; plural tripes)

  1. The lining of the large stomach of ruminating animals, when prepared for food.
  2. The entrails; hence, humorously or in contempt, the belly; -- generally used in the plural.
  3. Something disparaged as valueless, especially written works and popular entertainment (movies, television).

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Jèrriais [edit]

Etymology [edit]

From Old French tripe (entrails).

Noun [edit]

tripe f (usually uncountable)

  1. tripe