atlantic halibut

noun

Meaning

A large, edible flatfish native to the cold waters of the North Atlantic Ocean.

Examples

The Atlantic halibut is one of the largest species of flatfish in the world.
Due to overfishing, populations of Atlantic halibut have struggled to recover in some regions.

Synonyms: flatfish, halibut, Hippoglossus hippoglossus

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atlantic halibut

noun

Pronunciation: /ətˈlæntɪk ˈhæləbət/

Definition

A large, edible flatfish native to the cold waters of the North Atlantic Ocean.

Examples

The Atlantic halibut is one of the largest species of flatfish in the world.
Due to overfishing, populations of Atlantic halibut have struggled to recover in some regions.
Chefs often prefer Atlantic halibut for its firm, white, and mild-flavored meat.

Synonyms of atlantic halibut

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