pope’s nose in American English noun. slang. the fleshy protuberance at the posterior end of a dressed fowl, esp. the tailpiece of a cooked chicken. Also called: parson’s nose.
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Origin of pope’s nose1First recorded in 1740–50
- Also called parsons nose.
Why is the Pope’s nose called the Pope’s nose?
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What is a Pope’s nose?
Some favor the term pope’s nose, while others call it a parson’s nose instead. In Focus Magazine adds that in North Africa, it goes by the name of Sultan ‘s nose, while The Globe and Mail says it has also been known as a bishop’s nose or even a recorder’s nose, this last name referring to a type of British judge.
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Also known as nasal polyps, these are soft, painless growths in the lining of the nasal passages. They typically have teardrop or grapelike shapes. They result from chronic inflammation and are commonly associated with asthma, recurring infections and allergies.
Can a Pope’s nose be sneezed at?
So don’t turn up your nose at this tasty tidbit – it seems the pope’s nose is not to be sneezed at! Some favor the term pope’s nose to describe a turkey’s tailbone while others call it a parson’s nose instead.
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