The small intestine of a pig or other animal, especially when prepared as food; the singular form of chitlins.
From Middle English 'chiterling,' possibly from Old French or Germanic roots. The -ling suffix indicates a small or inferior version of something, fitting for an 'lesser' animal part.
The suffix '-ling' in 'chitterling' originally meant 'small or inferior,' but this is ironic—chitterlings became treasured cuisine that showcases incredible culinary skill, turning an 'inferior' cut into something precious.
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