"twice-laid" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} twice-laid (uncountable)
  1. (slang, nautical, archaic) A dish prepared from cold fish and potatoes. Tags: archaic, slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Nautical
    Sense id: en-twice-laid-en-noun-6MxbV71d Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: nautical, transport

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