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gizzard

 

[ ˈɡɪz.ərd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy, cooking

Gizzard is a muscular, digestive organ found in the digestive tract of some animals, particularly birds. It is responsible for grinding up food, often working in conjunction with the stomach. The gizzard contains stones or grit that help in this grinding process, making it an essential part of the digestive system for many species that consume seeds or tough plant material. In culinary contexts, gizzards are considered a delicacy in various cuisines, often cooked as part of dishes or prepared separately.

Synonyms

digestive organ, grinder, ventriculus

Examples of usage

  • The chef prepared a dish featuring sautéed chicken gizzards.
  • Gizzards are often included in stock for added flavor.
  • The farmer collected the gizzards from the poultry for sale at the market.

Translations

Translations of the word "gizzard" in other languages:

🇵🇹 moela

🇮🇳 जिगर का टुकड़ा

🇩🇪 Kükenleber

🇮🇩 perut ayam

🇺🇦 жовудок

🇵🇱 żołądek

🇯🇵 砂肝

🇫🇷 gésier

🇪🇸 molleja

🇹🇷 midye

🇰🇷 모래주머니

🇸🇦 محجر

🇨🇿 žaludek

🇸🇰 žalúdok

🇨🇳 砂囊

🇸🇮 želodec

🇮🇸 magi

🇰🇿 асқазан

🇬🇪 წვრილი ნაწლავი

🇦🇿 mədənin

🇲🇽 molleja

Etymology

The term 'gizzard' originates from the Middle English word 'giser,' which is believed to be derived from the Old French 'gise,' meaning 'to shake' or 'to tremble.' This is reflective of the gizzard's function in the digestive process, where it moves and grinds food using muscular contractions. The etymology can also be traced back to the Latin word 'gigeria,' referring specifically to bird entrails. Over time, the term became more broadly used to encompass the digestive organ in various poultry and some other species, solidifying its place in both zoology and culinary arts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,115, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.