double-dead
adj.— «As of Wednesday 60 residents have been admitted to the hospital because of dizziness, vomiting, stomach aches and high fevers after eating a “double-dead” carabao sold at the Luna public market.» —“‘Double-Dead’ Carabao Downs 60 People” BusinessWorld (Philippines) Apr. 12, 1996. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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