spitchcock

[spich-kok]

spitch·cock

[spich-kok]
noun
1.
an eel that is split, cut into pieces, and broiled or fried.
verb (used with object)
2.
to split, cut up, and broil or fry (an eel).
3.
to treat severely.

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Spitchcock is one of our favorite verbs.
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to steal or take dishonestly (money, esp. public funds, or property entrusted to one's care); embezzle.
to swindle, cheat, hoodwink, or hoax.

Origin:
1590–1600; origin obscure
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spitchcock (ˈspɪtʃˌkɒk)
 
n
Compare spatchcock an eel split and grilled or fried
 
[C16: of unknown origin; see spatchcock]

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