abalone
Translation
abalone, ear shell
Examples
Abalone is a delicacy in many countries.
Abalone is a delicacy in many countries.
She found a beautiful abalone shell.
She found a beautiful abalone shell.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) [uncountable] the meat of the shellfish. Abalone is a delicacy in many countries.
((noun)) [countable] a type of large sea snail. She found a beautiful abalone shell.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ear shell, sea ear
Etymology
From Spanish 'abulón', possibly from a Native American language of California.
Memory Tips
Imagine you are 'alone' on a beach and find this beautiful shell: 'ab-alone'.