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tripe definition

tripe (trīp)

noun

  1. part of the stomach of an ox or other ruminant, when used as food
  2. Slang anything worthless, offensive, etc.; nonsense

Etymology: ME < MFr < It trippa, prob. ult. < Ar tharb, thin layer of fat lining the intestines

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