shellfish
Translation
shellfish
Examples
I am allergic to shellfish.
I am allergic to shellfish.
The restaurant serves fresh shellfish.
The restaurant serves fresh shellfish.
Grammar Patterns
((shellfish)) aquatic shelled mollusks or crustaceans I am allergic to shellfish.
Similar Words
Synonyms: crustaceans, mollusks
Etymology
A compound word from 'shell' + 'fish'.
Memory Tips
It's literally a 'fish' with a 'shell'. Think of crabs, lobsters, and shrimp.