aspic

aspic Definition

as·pic (as′pik′)

noun

Archaic an asp
a cold jelly of meat juice, tomato juice, etc., served as a garnish or molded, often with meat, seafood, etc.

Etymology: Fr < OFr aspe, asp; -ic prob. by assoc. with basilic, basilisk

aspic Usage Examples

Converse of object

Modifies a noun

jelly: Aspic jelly is easy to find in the shops and is great for keeping fine slices of cucumber or lemon in place.

Noun used with modifier

Madeira: Pour the Madeira aspic through the funnel, and leave the terrine to set in the fridge.

aspic Quotes

Better passion and death than any more of these'isms'. No more of the old purpose done up in aspic. Better passion and death.

—Lawrence, D(avid) H(erbert)

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