Meaning of the word abalone in English

What does abalone mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

abalone

US /æb.əˈloʊ.ni/

UK /æb.əˈləʊ.ni/

an edible marine mollusc with a shallow, ear-shaped shell lined with mother-of-pearl, found clinging to rocks

Example:

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The chef prepared a delicious dish with fresh abalone.

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Divers found several large abalones clinging to the rocks.

Synonym:

sea ear ear shell