elephant leg

The term "elephant leg" has diverse meanings, ranging from humorous culinary references to obsolete medical conditions and slang expressions.

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Definition

B2Culinary

(humorous)The rotating slab of meat from which slices are carved when making kebabs.

Example

  • The chef carved slices from the elephant leg to make the kebabs.

C1Medical

(obsolete)A condition characterized by severe swelling and thickening of the skin, particularly in the legs.

Example

  • In the 19th century, elephant leg was a term used to describe a severe case of elephantiasis.

C1Slang

(informal)An oversized marijuana cigarette.

Example

  • He rolled an elephant leg for the party.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "elephant leg":

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