Haggis

Haggis

HAGGIS /ˈhaggis/
Noun Scotland

Legendary Scottish dish consisting of a sheep’s minced heart, liver, and lungs cooked in its own stomach with onion, oatmeal, and spices.

Example Sentences

"Have you tried haggis?"
"Haggis, neeps and tatties."

Etymology & History

See earlier entry. Scottish dish of sheep organs. Scottish culinary national symbol.

Word Details

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Region
Scottish
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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