tripe

Definition

The lining of the large stomach of ruminating animals, when prepared for food.

Etymology

From Middle English tripe, from Old French tripe (“entrails”), of uncertain origin; possibly borrowed from Spanish tripa.

Example Sentences

• "You saw only your mother die. I see them pop off every day in the Mater and Richmond and cut up into tripes in the dissectingroom."
• "Tripe: A popular dish commonly believed to be a sexual stimulant."
• "Next morning Miss Dolly complained of her Tripes; / Drinking cold water had given her gripes."