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Definition of haggis

haggis

/ˈhæɡ.ɪs/
hag · gis
Plural:haggises
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• noun

1

Scottish A traditional Scottish dish consisting of a savory pudding made from sheep's offal (heart, liver, and lungs) minced with onion, oatmeal, suet, and spices, historically encased in the animal's stomach.

Example

"During the annual Burns Supper, the host proudly presented the haggis to the guests and recited Robert Burns's famous poem."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'hagas' or 'hagese', of unknown origin. It is possibly related to the Old Norse 'höggva' (to hew or chop) or Old French 'agace' (magpie, implying a varied mixture of ingredients).

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180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Haggis. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/haggis
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