Calipashes

/ˈkæləˌpæʃɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of calipash; multiple portions of turtle back meat or multiple turtles prepared this way.

Etymology

The standard English plural of calipash, formed by adding '-es'.

Kelly Says

Historical menus listing 'calipashes' in the plural show these were served in quantity at fancy dinners—imagine an entire course of turtle meat, which would horrify modern animal-rights advocates.

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