seafood

noun

sea·​food ˈsē-ˌfüd How to pronounce seafood (audio)
: edible marine fish and shellfish

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Costa Med is another upscale option with plenty of seafood and Mediterranean flavors. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024 For example, the Eastern Province is known for its seafood, such as Muhammar, a fried fish dish made with rice and sugar that was traditionally popular among sailors. Aj Willingham, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024 Holland America’s seafood is sustainably sourced — the line has partnered with chef Masaharu Morimoto and has numerous endorsements from organizations such as the Marine Stewardship Council — and vegetarian and gluten-free items are always available. David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2024 All Fresh Seafood had cemented itself as the go-to spot for quality seafood in New York City through its retail store. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for seafood 

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seafood was in 1836

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“Seafood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seafood. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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seafood

noun
sea·​food -ˌfüd How to pronounce seafood (audio)
: edible marine fish and shellfish

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