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lobscouse

Syllabification: (lob·scouse)
Pronunciation: /ˈläbˌskous/

Definition of lobscouse

noun

  • a stew formerly eaten by sailors, consisting of meat, vegetables, and hardtack.

Origin:

early 18th century: of unknown origin; compare with Dutch lapskous, Danish and Norwegian lapskaus, and German Lapskaus

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