Definition

A type of food made from the skin and blubber of a whale, commonly eaten in some Arctic cultures.

Example

During the feast, they served muktuk, which is a traditional dish made from whale skin and blubber.

Conversation

Have you ever tried muktuk?

No, I haven't. What is it exactly?

It's whale skin and blubber, and many people love it!

That sounds interesting; I'd be curious to taste it someday.

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Root Explanation

Muktuk originates from the Inuktitut word 'muktuk', meaning whale blubber or skin. It refers specifically to the traditional Inuit dish made from the skin and blubber of whales, particularly bowhead whales.

Memory Tip

Think of the Inuktitut word 'muktuk' that directly names the whale blubber dish, helping you remember that 'muktuk' refers to this specific traditional food.

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