Lobster

/lˈɒbstɐ/

/ˈɫɑbstɝ/

[noun]

Lobster

[NOUN]

a sea animal with a shell, two strong pincers or claws and eight legs, eaten as food

What is a "lobster"?

A lobster is a type of large crustacean found in oceans and seas worldwide. It has a distinctive appearance with a long, segmented body, a tough exoskeleton, and large claws. Lobsters are renowned for their culinary value and are considered a delicacy in many cuisines. They are highly sought after for their succulent and flavorful meat. Lobsters are typically bottom-dwellers, inhabiting rocky crevices and burrows on the ocean floor. They are skilled predators, using their sharp claws to catch and crush prey such as fish, crabs, and mollusks. Lobsters have a remarkable ability to regenerate lost limbs, making them highly resilient creatures. They are commercially harvested and are an important economic resource in many coastal communities.

1.1

the meat of a lobster as food

Examples

1. We enjoyed lobster tails with creamy Bearnaise sauce.

2. She prepared a delicious lobster dish by frying it in clarified butter until it turned a perfect shade of golden brown.

3. He savored the succulent lobster tail with melted butter, enjoying every bite.

4. She ordered a whole lobster and cracked it open to reveal the tender meat inside.

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