trussing

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Trussing tightens the shape of the bird to give it that appealing shape: forcing the breast plate out, keeping the legs crossed at the ends.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2014

The Manner of Trussing a Chicken like a Turkey-Poult, or of Trussing a Turkey-Poult.

From The Country Housewife and Lady's Director in the Management of a House, and the Delights and Profits of a Farm by Bradley, Richard

Trussing them with the head on, as shown in the engraving, is still practised by many cooks, but the former method is now considered the best.

From The Book of Household Management by Beeton, Mrs. (Isabella Mary)

The manner of Trussing an Hare in the most fashionable Way.

From The Country Housewife and Lady's Director in the Management of a House, and the Delights and Profits of a Farm by Bradley, Richard