spitchcock
[ spich-kok ]
noun
an eel that is split, cut into pieces, and broiled or fried.
verb (used with object)
to split, cut up, and broil or fry (an eel).
to treat severely.
Origin of spitchcock
1First recorded in 1590–1600; origin obscure
Words Nearby spitchcock
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British Dictionary definitions for spitchcock
spitchcock
/ (ˈspɪtʃˌkɒk) /
noun
an eel split and grilled or fried: Compare spatchcock
Origin of spitchcock
1C16: of unknown origin; see spatchcock
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