aspic
Aspish; relating to an asp, a small venomous snake of EgyptAspish; relating to an asp, a small venomous snake of Egypt.
/ˈæspɪk/
» This aspic of yours with fish is such an abomination.
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1 senses(not comparable)Aspish; relating to an asp, a small venomous snake of Egypt.
Examples
1 sentencesThis aspic of yours with fish is such an abomination.
Origin
Borrowed from French aspic, from Latin aspis, and possibly influenced by French basilic (“Borrowed from French aspic, from Latin aspis, and possibly influenced by French basilic (“basilisk”). The culinary sense may come from association with the snake due to the traditional colors and cold temperature of aspic, in addition to the fact that the gelatin was often molded in a shape similar to a coiled snake.
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