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nuzzle-tripe
nuzzle-tripe (plural nuzzle-tripes)


noun 
Definition:
 
regional smallest piglet: the smallest or weakest piglet in a litter
[< nuzzle 'to nurse'; from the idea that a small piglet requiring special attention is almost worthless]

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