What is another word for haggis?

Pronunciation: [hˈaɡɪs] (IPA)

Haggis is a Scottish dish that is traditionally made by combining sheep's heart, liver, and lungs with oatmeal, onions, and spices. This dish has a distinctive taste and texture that is loved by many, especially in Scotland. But, there are several synonyms for the word "haggis" that may not be as well known. Some of these include "puddock," "stobag," "elder," "clapshot," and "maggoty pudding." While these may not be as commonly used as the word haggis, they can be useful to know if you are discussing Scottish cuisine or looking for alternatives to this classic dish.

What are the hypernyms for Haggis?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    offal, meat dish, Scottish dish, savory dish, sheep organ meat.

What are the hyponyms for Haggis?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for haggis (as nouns)

Usage examples for Haggis

Then in despair he drew out his sheath-knife and cut himself open like a haggis.
"Moonshine & Clover"
Laurence Housman
When all was out he picked five sovereigns from the haggis of coin and put them back into his waistcoat pocket, while he screwed up one eye into the semblance of a wink, and said to Willie, "That'll see us over."
"Capt'n Davy's Honeymoon 1893"
Hall Caine
Three years later, on the same anniversary, the lines are, "Very cold for St. Andrew's, and no haggis for dinner."
"The New North"
Agnes Deans Cameron

Famous quotes with Haggis

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