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cock-a-leekie

Syllabification: (cock-a-leek·ie)
Pronunciation: /ˌkäk ə ˈlēkē/

Definition of cock-a-leekie

noun

  • a Scottish soup traditionally made with chicken and leeks.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from cock1 and leek

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