/truyp/ , n.
1. the first and second divisions of the stomach of a ruminant, esp. oxen, sheep, or goats, used as food. Cf. honeycomb tripe, plain tripe .
2. Slang. something, esp. speech or writing, that is false or worthless; rubbish.
[ 1250-1300; 1885-90 for def. 2; ME ]