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
(uncountable) aquatic shelled animals eaten as food I am allergic to shellfish.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seafood (seafood is a broader category)
Etymology
A compound word from 'shell' and 'fish'. Literally, an aquatic animal with a shell.
Memory Tips
Remember it as a 'fish' (or aquatic animal) that has a 'shell', like shrimp, crabs, and clams.