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lobster Definition and Meaning in English (lobster definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Lobster definition: A large marine crustacean with a cylindrical body, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first two pairs of which are much larger than the others and have pincers.

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Definitions of Lobster

  1. 1noun

    A large marine crustacean with a cylindrical body, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first two pairs of which are much larger than the others and have pincers.

Example Sentences

casual

“We ordered a fresh lobster for dinner at the seaside restaurant.”

Inflected Word Forms

plurallobsters
adjectivelobster-like

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

lobster tailcollocation

The edible tail part of a lobster, often served as a delicacy.

lobster thermidorcollocation

A French dish consisting of a creamy mixture of cooked lobster meat, egg yolks, and brandy, stuffed into a lobster shell.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lobster in English

What is the meaning of Lobster in English?▼
Lobster definition: A large marine crustacean with a cylindrical body, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first two pairs of which are much larger than the others and have pincers.
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'Lobster' translates to 'lobster' in English. Lobster definition: A large marine crustacean with a cylindrical body, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first two pairs of which are much larger than the others and have pincers.
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