abalone
Translation
abalone, ormer
Examples
Abalone is a delicacy in many cultures.
Abalone is a delicacy in many cultures.
The diver found a large abalone.
The diver found a large abalone.
Grammar Patterns
((abalone)) as an uncountable noun (food) Abalone is a delicacy.
((an abalone)) as a countable noun (animal) The diver found a large abalone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ear shell, ormer
Etymology
From Spanish 'abulón', which is from a Native American language of California.
Memory Tips
Imagine a beautiful shell that is 'all alone' on the sea floor. 'ab-alone'.