seafood

noun

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

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Mounds of fresh fruits, plump veggies, pantry staples, meats, and even bags of frozen seafood boils poked out of them. Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024 Pinch Spice Market's extensive portfolio of spices can add flair to many meals whether the recipient is a barbecue enthusiast, an international cook, a seafood fan or simply looking to elevate Taco Tuesday with a fine birria taco seasoning. The Courier-Journal, 4 Nov. 2024 What Pairs Well With Beet Salad? Steak, pork, seafood, chicken, and rice are all great ideas that would pair well with this salad. Julia Levy, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024 Meat, fish, seafood, dairy, eggs, tofu, nuts, seeds, legumes, beans, lentils: these foods are usually considered key protein sources, but other foods can contribute towards protein intake too, including fruit. Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for seafood 

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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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 24 Nov. 2024.

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seafood

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

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