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Definition of liverwurst

liverwurst

/ˈlɪv.ɚˌwɝːst/
liv · er · wurst
Plural:liverwursts
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liverwurst Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American A type of seasoned sausage made primarily with ground pork or calf liver, often having a soft texture suitable for spreading on bread or serving in slices.

Example

"For lunch, he made a classic sandwich with thick slices of liverwurst, spicy mustard, and fresh rye bread."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived in the mid-19th century as a partial translation of the German word 'Leberwurst', from 'Leber' (liver) and 'Wurst' (sausage).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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