Definition of dulse
: any of several coarse red seaweeds (especially Palmaria palmata) found especially in northern latitudes and used as a food condiment
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There’s a spread made from cabbage and dulse that approaches the experience of eating an extremely ripe cheese, then just keeps on going.
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Origin and Etymology of dulse
modification of Scottish Gaelic duileasg; akin to Welsh delysg dulse
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First Known Use: circa 1698
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