offal

English

/ˈɒfl̩/, /ˈɔfl̩/, /ˈɑfl̩/

noun
Definitions
  • The internal organs of an animal, used as animal food.
  • A by-product of the grain milling process, which may include bran, husks, etc.
  • A dead body; carrion.
  • That which is thrown away as worthless or unfit for use; refuse; rubbish.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English offal (scrap waste, refuse, offal) derived from Old Norse affall (offal) prefix from Middle English fall prefix from English fall.

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English

fall

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