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spitchcock

Syllabification: (spitch·cock)
Pronunciation: /ˈspiCHˌkäk/
Definition of spitchcock

noun

  • an eel that has been split and grilled or fried.

verb

[no object]
  • split and grill or fry (an eel or other fish).

Origin:

late 15th century: of unknown origin; compare with spatchcock

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