surf and turf

noun

: seafood and steak served as a single course

Examples of surf and turf in a Sentence

We both ordered the surf and turf.
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Sample jamón ibérico and pulpo a la plancha at world famous Lardo, enjoy surf and turf cuisine by chef Jair Téllez at Merotoro, and read your book beneath a canopy of trees at Parque España. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025 What are the restaurants at Celestial Park at Epic Universe? Celestial Park has multiple eateries, giving guests different cuisines to choose from: Full Service Atlantic - Situated near a shimmering pool named for the Roman sea god Neptune, Atlantic specializes in surf and turf. Samantha Neely, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025 Choose between street tacos, sizzling fajitas, classic surf and turf, and plenty more. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025 Tomorrow's theme is surf and turf and will feature a lemon cheesecake. Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for surf and turf

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of surf and turf was in 1961

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“Surf and turf.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surf%20and%20turf. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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