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double-dead

double-dead adj. (of meat) killed by accident or disease then butchered to be sold as fresh; uninspected or contaminated, and illegally sold. Editorial Note: “Hot meat” is that which is stolen or not approved for sale. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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